'Chauth' was
A. A religious tax imposed by Aurangzeb
B. Toll tax imposed by Shivaji
C. Irrigation tax charged by Akbar
D. Land tax levied by Shivaji on neighbouring States
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Chauth (from Sanskrit meaning one-fourth) was a regular tax or tribute imposed, from early 18th century, by the Maratha Empire in India. It was an annual tax nominally levied at 25% on revenue or produce, hence the name. It was levied on the lands which were under nominal Mughal rule. It is a tribute paid to the king.This Question Belongs to History >> Maratha Empire
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