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With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements

2012

With reference to Ryotwari Settlement, consider the following statements:
1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the government.
2. The government gave the Pattas to the Ryots.
3. The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)

1 only

(b)

1 and 2 only

(c)

1, 2 and 3

(d)

None of the above

Answer:

(c)

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Explanation

All statements are correct: The Ryotwari system involved direct rent payment by peasants to the government, issuance of Pattas, and surveying and assessing of land before taxation.