The permanent settlement system of land revenue was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in 1793 primarily in which provinces? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The permanent settlement system of land revenue was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in 1793 primarily in which provinces?
A. Bengal and Bihar
B. Bombay and Madras
C. Punjab and Awadh
D. Central Provinces and Berar
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Permanent Settlement (Zamindari System) was introduced by Lord Cornwallis in 1793 in Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, and northern districts of Madras.

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