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What major reform did Cornwallis implement in India?

  • Judicial Reforms

  • Permanent Settlement

  • Religious Freedom Act

  • Trade Expansion Act

Answer

Permanent Settlement, implemented by Cornwallis, was a major land reform in India. It established a permanent land revenue system, whereby zamindars (landlords) were recognized as the owners of their estates and were responsible for collecting taxes from peasants. This reform aimed to increase agricultural production and create a stable revenue base for the British East India Company.
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