Who introduced the 'Ryotwari System' in Madras Presidency? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who introduced the 'Ryotwari System' in Madras Presidency?
A. James Thomson
B. Alexander Read
C. Thomas Munro
D. John Shore
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sir Thomas Munro introduced the Ryotwari system; Alexander Read first experimented with it, but Munro implemented it widely.

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The Ryotwari Settlement, a land revenue system, was primarily introduced by:
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B. Warren Hastings
C. Thomas Munro
D. Lord Cornwallis

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Ryotwari system was instituted in parts of British India, principally the Madras Presidency, by Sir Thomas Munro in 1820. Revenue was directly collected from the ryots (cultivators).

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The 'Interim Government' was formed in:
A. 1944
B. 1947
C. 1946
D. 1945

Correct Answer: Option C


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A. 1872
B. 1875
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Correct Answer: Option C


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