Civil Services Prep

Prelims 2016 · Medieval History · Question 34

Regarding the taxation system of Krishna Deva, the ruler of Vijayanagar, consider the following statements:

  1. The tax rate on land was fixed depending on the quality of the land.
  2. Private owners of workshops paid an industries tax.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  1. 1 only
  2. 2 only
  3. Both 1 and 2
  4. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer

Both 1 and 2

1. In Vijayanagar, land revenue was assessed with reference to the quality/type of land and crop; rates were not uniform. Verdict: Correct.

2. Vijayanagar levied several professional and commercial taxes, including taxes on artisans, workshops and industries. Verdict: Correct.

Therefore, both statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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