Multiple choice

The rulers of Deccan adopted istava measures in the medieval period. What did it mean?

  1. Grant of loans with no interest

  2. Concessional assessment of land revenue

  3. Cesses imposed for enlarging the army

  4. Actual collection of land revenue

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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the Deccan, the term 'istava' referred to a system of concessional land revenue assessment, often used to encourage cultivation in newly settled or reclaimed areas.