Multiple choice general knowledge

The Mughal Emperor gave East Indian Company the privilege of 'dastak'. What does 'dastak' mean?

  1. Allowed to collect tax from the nominated province

  2. The ability to import and export good without paying any taxes

  3. Protect the province from invaders on a stipulated price

  4. Allowed to stay in India and do business
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The 'dastak' was a special tax-free trading pass granted by Mughal Emperor Farrukhsiyar to the East India Company in 1717. It allowed the company to import and export goods throughout Bengal without paying customs duties, giving them a significant commercial advantage over local merchants. 'Dastak' literally means 'a permit' or 'permission slip' in Persian/Urdu.

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