Which revenue system was introduced in the Bombay Deccan? What were its features?
The British introduced a new revenue system in Bombay Deccan. It was known as the Ryotwari Settlement. It had the following features: The revenue was settled directly with the ryot. Taking into consideration all types of soil, the average income of the harvest was estimated. It was assessed how much revenue a ryot could pay. The share of State was fixed in proportion to the income of the ryot. After every thirty years, the lands were re-surveyed and the rates of revenue were increased accordingly. The demand for revenue was not permanent but temporary.
