The name of Lord Cornwallis is associated with the
The name of Lord Cornwallis is associated with the
ADual government
BMaratha wars
CSystem of subsidiary
DPermanent settlement
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correct answer is: d
Explanation: Lord Cornwallis is associated with the Permanent Settlement of 1793, which was a significant land revenue system introduced during his tenure as Governor-General of India. This system aimed to stabilize land revenue by making zamindars (landlords) hereditary landholders, creating a stable class of landowners. However, it led to exploitation of peasants by zamindars.
- OPTION a: Dual Government
- This was introduced by Robert Clive and Warren Hastings, not Cornwallis.- OPTION b: Maratha Wars
- Cornwallis was not directly involved in the Maratha Wars, which occurred after his tenure.- OPTION c: System of Subsidiary
- This was introduced by Lord Wellesley, who succeeded Cornwallis.- OPTION d: Permanent Settlement
- Correct, as Cornwallis implemented this system in 1793.
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