Multiple choice

What was the name of the tax realized by the Marathas, which was equal to one tenth of land revenue?

  1. Sardeshmukhi

  2. Ashtamukhi

  3. Chaturmukhi

  4. Bahumukhi
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Explanation

Sardeshmukhi was a Maratha tax equivalent to 10% of land revenue, collected in addition to regular taxes. It was based on the claim of being the chief headman (Sardeshmukh) of the region. Chauth was another 25% tax they collected for protection.

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