Question

Which official was responsible for revenue collection in a village during the Sultanate period?

• A. Choudhrie
• B. Patwari
• C. Mukkaddam
• D. Panch

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Patwari

• The Patwari was responsible for the collection of revenues in villages during the Sultanate period.

• This role ensured that revenue was collected efficiently and was an essential part of local governance, which helped fund administrative activities and the functioning of the province.