'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.