Land Measurement (Bigha, Acre) — Set 14

Correct Answer: A. A subordinate revenue official who assists in land measurement and survey

Amin is a subordinate revenue official found in states like Bihar and Jharkhand who assists the Patwari and Revenue Inspector in land measurement, survey, and boundary demarcation. The Amin is responsible for physically measuring land parcels when disputes arise or when new subdivision of land is needed. The Amin uses traditional survey instruments and prepares field measurement documents. This role dates back to the Mughal revenue administration.

Correct Answer: A. A record of rights transferred to a new owner after mutation

Fard Badar is a record of rights prepared after a mutation has been carried out, showing the updated ownership details of land in Haryana. It reflects the new ownership position after a transfer through sale, inheritance, or other legal means. The Fard Badar is issued by the Patwari after the mutation order is passed by the revenue officer. It is required for updating property records in banks and other institutions.

Correct Answer: A. A traditional water pond or harvesting structure in a village

Johar or Johad is a traditional water harvesting structure or pond found in villages, particularly in Rajasthan and Haryana. In land records, Johad land is classified as a common water body of the village. It is part of the Shamilat or common village land and cannot be privately sold. Traditional Johads have been an important source of water for villages in semi-arid regions.

Correct Answer: A. A large residential compound or estate with multiple structures

Haveli in the context of Rajasthan land records refers to a large residential compound or estate that includes multiple buildings, courtyards, and associated land. The Haveli appears as a single land parcel in revenue records. Historically, Havelis were the urban homes of wealthy merchants and nobles in Rajasthan. In modern land records, a Haveli is treated as any other private property.

Correct Answer: A. A house register recording details of residential buildings in a village

Ghar Patrika (House Register) in Rajasthan revenue records is a document that records the details of residential structures in the Abadi area of a village. It includes the owner's name, size of the structure, and the area of land on which it stands. The Ghar Patrika is maintained by the Patwari. It is used for purposes like house tax assessment and verification of residency.

Correct Answer: A. A consolidated account number assigned to each landowner

Khewat in Punjab land records is a consolidated account assigned to each individual landowner or group of co-sharers. The Khewat number along with the Khatooni (which shows how much of the Khewat each person holds) and the Khasra (individual plot number) together form the complete identification system. The Khewat consolidates all scattered plots of a single owner into one account view in the Jamabandi.

Correct Answer: A. A manual of administrative rules and rates for revenue collection

Dastur ul Amal in the Mughal revenue system was a manual that prescribed the administrative rules, rates, and procedures for revenue collection in each province. It listed the standard rates for different crops and land types. The Ain-i-Akbari compiled by Abul Fazl contains detailed information about Mughal Dastur rates across the empire. These documents are valuable historical sources for understanding Mughal land administration.

Correct Answer: A. A system integrating land records with registration data and spatial maps

Integrated Land Records Management System (ILRMS) is a digital platform that integrates land records with registration data and spatial GIS maps. It enables seamless updating of records when property transactions are registered. States like Andhra Pradesh have implemented such integrated systems. ILRMS reduces the gap between registered changes and revenue record updates thereby reducing fraud and disputes.

Correct Answer: A. An online portal for accessing land records including Khasra and Jamabandi

The Bhuiyan portal in Bihar (biharbhumi.bihar.gov.in) provides comprehensive online land record services. It offers access to Jamabandi (land record), Khasra, registration data, and mutation status. Citizens can view their land records, check pending mutations, and access old land settlement records through this portal. It is part of Bihar's efforts to modernize land administration.

Correct Answer: A. About 126.7 square meters

In Bihar, one Katha equals approximately 126.7 square meters or about 1,361 square feet. This differs from the West Bengal Katha which is about 66.89 square meters. Twenty Kathas make one Bigha in Bihar. The difference in Katha measurements across states reflects the historical variations in land measurement systems across India.