Which one of the following is correct about the permanent settlement introduced in Bihar.

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AThe Zamindars were deprived of the ownership of the land.

BThe right of ownership of land was made hereditary and transferable for the Zamindars.

CLand revenue was constitutionalised

DAbolition of Zamindari

Answer:

In Bihar, the permanent settlement system ensured a fixed amount of revenue for the company.

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