💰Chauthia Raja of Daman👑
The Rajput Ruler who inspired the famous Maratha policy
After protecting Portuguese estates in Daman region, from Koli & other tribal marauders, the Raja of Daman sought 25% (1/4th) Revenue collection as Protection Tax, now famously known as Chauthai.
The Rajput Ruler who inspired the famous Maratha policy
After protecting Portuguese estates in Daman region, from Koli & other tribal marauders, the Raja of Daman sought 25% (1/4th) Revenue collection as Protection Tax, now famously known as Chauthai.
Helpless lands which were frequently occupied by Marathas paid Sardeshmukhi Tax.
Foreign rulers who sought Maratha protection or were enthroned with Maratha backing or opposed direct Maratha oversight needed to pay Chauth Tax as support for Maratha war-efforts in their campaign.
Foreign rulers who sought Maratha protection or were enthroned with Maratha backing or opposed direct Maratha oversight needed to pay Chauth Tax as support for Maratha war-efforts in their campaign.
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