State PCS PYQPrelims 2018

UPPCS · Question 93

The Maratha claim of revenue for protection is known by what name?

  1. Sardeshmukhi
  2. Chauth
  3. Abwab
  4. Jamadani
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Answer: (B) Chauth

Explanation

Chauth was one-fourth of the land revenue the Marathas claimed from territories in return for protection. Sardeshmukhi was an extra 10% claimed as hereditary 'head deshmukh'.