History • Medieval IndiaHard
Which of the following Mughal emperors instituted the 'Zabt' system of land revenue, also known as the Dahsala system, with the help of Raja Todar Mal?
A. Babur
B. Humayun
C. Akbar✓ Correct Answer
D. Shah Jahan
💡 Solution & Explanation
Mughal Emperor Akbar implemented the Zabt system of land revenue, also known as the Dahsala system, in 1580 with the expertise of Raja Todar Mal. Rulers like Babur and Humayun were preoccupied with establishing political stability and did not institute this comprehensive agrarian taxation framework. The Dahsala system calculated revenue based on average crop yields and prices over the preceding ten years.
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