INDIAN HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Which of the following refers to tax paid only in cash during the Mauryan period? Notes: The bali which means land tax was the main item of revenue and was levied at the rate of one-sixth of the produce during the Mauryan period.

Detailed explanation-2: -For example one such measure was the levy of pranaya which literally meant a gift of affection. This is a tax first mentioned by Panini but elaborated upon for the first time in the Arthasastra. It amounted to It3 or ‘14 of the produce according to the nature of the soil.

Detailed explanation-3: -In other areas, Mauryans controlled roads and rivers, which were vital for transport. Resources, whatever available, were collected as tribute.

Detailed explanation-4: -The main source of revenue was land tax. The irrigation system during the Mauryan period was very prominent.

Detailed explanation-5: -Officers named ‘Samahartha’ and ‘Sanidatta’ were in charge of the tax collection during the Mauryan Empire. They were also custodians of the royal treasury. Farmers were expected to pay one fourth of his income as tax to the state.