Revenue System & Tehsildar — Set 1

Correct Answer: A. Measurement and mapping of land boundaries and ownership

The correct answer is Measurement and mapping of land boundaries and ownership. Cadastral surveying is the detailed measurement and mapping of land parcels showing boundaries, ownership, and use. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Detailed map showing all land parcels, boundaries, and structures

The correct answer is Detailed map showing all land parcels, boundaries, and structures. A village map is a comprehensive map showing all land parcels, ownership, boundaries, land use, and structures in a village. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Hectare (ha) for large areas; Square meter for precise measurement

The correct answer is Hectare (ha) for large areas; Square meter for precise measurement. Hectare is the standard metric unit for large land areas in India. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. 43,560 square feet

The correct answer is 43,560 square feet. 1 acre = 43,560 square feet. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Permanent Settlement, Ryotwari, and Mahalwari

The correct answer is Permanent Settlement, Ryotwari, and Mahalwari. India uses Permanent Settlement, Ryotwari, and Mahalwari systems based on historical variations. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Village level revenue officer who maintains land records

Patwari is a village-level revenue official who maintains land records for one or more villages. The Patwari maintains records like Khasra, Khatauni, and maps, and conducts Girdawari. The office of Patwari is one of the oldest in Indian administration, dating back to the Mughal period. The Patwari reports to the Revenue Inspector (RI) and ultimately to the Tehsildar.

Correct Answer: C. Tehsil/Taluka level

Tehsildar is the senior revenue officer at the Tehsil or Taluka level, which is a sub-division of a district. The Tehsildar supervises Patwaris, conducts land revenue collection, and handles mutation of land records. The Tehsildar also functions as an Executive Magistrate with powers to maintain law and order. In some states, the Tehsildar is called Mamlatdar (Gujarat) or Tashildar.

Correct Answer: C. Head of district administration overseeing revenue, law, and development

The District Collector (also called Deputy Commissioner in some states) is the head of district administration with responsibility for land revenue collection, law and order, disaster management, election supervision, and developmental activities. As Collector, the officer superintends all revenue matters. As District Magistrate, the officer maintains law and order. The Collector is typically an IAS officer.

Correct Answer: B. Thomas Munro

The Ryotwari system was introduced by Thomas Munro in Madras Presidency in 1820. Under this system, the revenue settlement was made directly with individual cultivators (ryots) without any intermediary landlords. The revenue was assessed on each plot separately, and the peasant had direct relationship with the state. This system avoided the exploitative zamindari middlemen.

Correct Answer: C. Bengal Presidency

The Permanent Settlement of 1793 was introduced in Bengal Presidency by Lord Cornwallis. Under this system, Zamindars were recognized as owners of land, and they paid a fixed revenue to the British government permanently. The Zamindars had to collect rent from peasants and pay the fixed amount to the government. If they failed to pay, their estates could be sold. This system created a class of loyal landlords.