Definition

A system of land revenue collection in India where a landowner, known as a zamindar, collects taxes from peasants and pays a portion to the government.

Example

The zemindary system was prevalent in many parts of India during the colonial period.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the concept of zemindary?

I think I read about it in a history book once.

It's fascinating how it relates to land ownership in India.

Yeah, it really shows how much the system has changed over time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Zemindary originates from the Persian word 'zamin' (meaning land) and 'dari' (meaning holder or keeper). The term refers to a system of landholding in India, where a zemindar is a landowner responsible for collecting taxes from the peasants.

Memory Tip

Think of 'land' ('zamin') and 'holder' ('dari') to remember that 'zemindary' refers to a system where landowners manage land and collect taxes.

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