Which among the following refers to unpaid labour?

Correct answer: Bisthi

Explanation: The term Bisthi refers to unpaid or forced labour during ancient and medieval India. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ 'Bisthi' is derived from the term Visti mentioned in early Sanskrit texts. ▪️ It denotes compulsory labour or corvée imposed by the state or landlords. ▪️ Such practices existed under Mauryas, Guptas, and Mughals. ▪️ The labourers were often peasants or lower-class subjects. ▪️ This system was prevalent in feudal land arrangements. ▪️ It was not remunerated, often considered part of tax obligations. ▪️ In Mughal times, it sometimes extended to military and public works. ▪️ The practice declined under British administration reforms.