With reference to Ryotwani settlement consider the following statements:
1. The rent was paid directly by the peasants to the Governement.
2. The Government gave Pattas to the Ryots.
3. The lands were surveyed and assessed before being taxed.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct ?
a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2
c) 2 and 3
d) 1,2 and 3

Options

A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2
C. 2 and 3
D. 1,2 and 3

Answer

D

Explanation

Under the Ryotwari system, every registered holder of land was recognised as its proprietor and paid direct to government. The registered agreement called pattas were given to the Ryots to recognise their ownership rights.