The Permanent Settlement of Bengal was introduced by the British in 1793 during the tenure of Lord Cornwallis, the Governor-General of India.
- This system fixed the land revenue permanently and made zamindars (landowners) the owners of the land in exchange for a fixed revenue to the British.
- It was intended to create a stable revenue system and encourage agricultural productivity but had mixed effects on peasants.
Why other options are incorrect:
- (A) Lord Warren Hastings – Served earlier (1773–1785) and introduced judicial and administrative reforms but not Permanent Settlement.
- (B) Lord Wellesley – Governor-General from 1798 to 1805, known for expansionist policies.
- (C) Lord Minto – Governor-General in the early 19th century, known for reforms but not Permanent Settlement.
So, the Permanent Settlement of Bengal was done by Lord Cornwallis.
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