The 'Mahalwari System' of land revenue was introduced by which British official?
A. Charles Metcalfe
B. Thomas Munro
C. John Lawrence
D. Holt Mackenzie
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Holt Mackenzie, as the Secretary to the Board of Revenue, formulated the Mahalwari system in 1822, where the village community (mahal) was collectively responsible for revenue payment.
Explanation:
The first passenger train in India ran from Bombay to Thane on 16 April 1853, covering a distance of 34 km. This marked the beginning of the Indian railway system.
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