Question

The Maratha claim of revenue for protection is called:
1. Sardeshmukhi
2. Chauth
3. Jama
4. Abwab

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Chauth

The correct answer is Chauth.

• Chauth was a regular tax or tribute imposed by the Maratha Empire in the Indian subcontinent.
• Chauth was imposed from the early 18th century.
• Chauth was an annual tax nominally levied at 25 percent on revenue or produce.
• Chauth was levied on the lands which were under the nominal Mughal rule.

• The "Sardeshmukhi" was an additional 10 percent levy on top of the Chauth.
• It was started by Koli Maharaja Som Shah of Ramnagar and It is a tribute to the king.
• Chauth's Sanskrit meaning was one-fourth.