During the reign of Akbar, _________ was the land that has lain fallow for three or four years.

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SSC CGL 2023 Tier-I Official Paper (Held On: 21 Jul 2023 Shift 1)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Chachar.

Key Points

Mughal Emperor Akbar made a few experiments in the land revenue administration with the help of Raja Todar Mal.
The land revenue system of Akbar was called the Zabti system.
During Akbar's reign, all the agricultural land was classified into four divisions:
- Polar
- Parati
- Chachar
- Banjar
Polaj land was always cultivated and never left fallow.
The Parauti land was left fallow for a year or two to retain its fertility.
Chachar land was left uncultivated for three or four years.
Banjar land was left fallow for five or more years.
Polaj and Parauti were further subdivided into three categories: good, middle and bad.
The average of these three called Mahsul was taken as a normal produce per bigha.