Question

Which one of the following dynasties charged 'Vetti', the tax taken not in cash, but in the form of forced labour?
1. The Cholas
2. The Guptas
3. The Palas
4. The Chalukyas

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : The Cholas

Vetti tax is the most frequently mentioned tax in the inscription of Cholas who ruled in Tamil Nadu.

• Vetti was a form of forced labour tax.
• It was levied from common people.
• Common people were forced to work for the king or their village landlords without any wages.
• Chola dynasty is considered one of the longest-ruling dynasties in the world's history.
• Land revenue and trade tax were the main sources of income during the Chola period.