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Who introduced Permanent Settlement?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Lord Cornwallis
  2. Warren Hastings
  3. John Shore
  4. Lord Bentinck

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Lord Cornwallis

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Lord Cornwallis. The Permanent Settlement was introduced in 1793 by Lord Cornwallis, who was the Governor-General of India at that time. It was implemented mainly in Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha, and it aimed to create a fixed land revenue system. Under this system, the Zamindars (landlords) were made the owners of the land, and they were required to pay a fixed revenue to the British government every year. The main objective was to ensure a stable and regular income for the East India Company.