Consider the following statements regarding the Permanent Settlement of 1793:

Question

Consider the following statements regarding the Permanent Settlement of 1793:

I. It was introduced by Lord Hastings in Bengal and Bihar.

II. The Zamindars were made owners of the land, subject to the Sunset Law.

III. The share of the Government was fixed at 1/6 of the total produce.

Which statement(s) is/are correct?

1. A. II only (Correct answer)
2. B. I and II only
3. C. II and III only
4. D. I, II and III

Correct Answer

Option A — II only

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is II only.

Key Points

• Permanent Settlement 1793: introduced by Lord Cornwallis (not Hastings).
• Zamindars made hereditary owners subject to the Sunset Law ✓.
• Government share was fixed at 10/11 (not 1/6).
• Only Statement II is correct.