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Who among the following was/were associated with the introduction of Ryotwari Settlement in India during the British rule?

  1. 1.Lord Cornwallis
  2. 2.Alexander Read
  3. 3.Thomas Munro

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

  1. A.1 only
  2. B.1 and 3 only
  3. C.2 and 3 only
  4. D.1, 2 and 3
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. 2 and 3 only

The Ryotwari system was primarily introduced in parts of Madras Presidency and Bombay Presidency. Sir Alexander Read is credited with initial experiments with this system in the Baramahal district. Later, Thomas Munro further expanded and consolidated the Ryotwari system in Madras Presidency. Lord Cornwallis is associated with the Permanent Settlement in Bengal.

Source: UPSC gs1 2017

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