Definition

A type of administrative area in India and Pakistan that is responsible for local governance and revenue collection.

Example

The tahsil office handles various administrative tasks for the district.

Conversation

Have you ever visited a tahsil in India?

No, I haven't, but I've heard they are interesting places.

Yeah, they're like local administrative centers for the districts.

That sounds cool! I'd love to learn more about how they operate.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'tahsil' originates from Persian 'tahsil' (meaning revenue or collection). It refers specifically to the collection of revenue or taxes in administrative contexts.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tahsil' as the process of collecting revenue, as it comes from the Persian word for collection.

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