Consider the following statements about taxation system of Delhi Sultanate 1 Jizya was levied on non...........

Ancient and Medival History Sultanate Period

Consider the following statements about taxation system of Delhi Sultanate.

1. Jizya was levied on non-Muslims in return for the protection of life and property and exemption from military services.

2. Women, children, indigent and the Brahmanas were exempted from Jizya

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

1 only

2 only

Both

None

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Explanation:

The fiscal policy of Turkish Sultans of India was modeled on the theory of finances of the “Hanafi School” of Sunni Jurists”.
Zakat: The religious taxes were collectively known as the Zakat. This was realized from well to do Muslims amounting at the rate of 1/40th of one’s property.
Jizya: It was levied on non-Muslims in return for the protection of life and property and exemption from military services. Women, children, indigent and the Brahmanas were exempted from it. However Brahmanas were included during Firuz Tughlaq.
Kharaj: It was the land tax realized from non-Muslims.
Khums: It was the tax on mines, treasure trove and share in war booty.
Sharaf: It was the irrigation tax charged at the rate of 1/10th of the produce. This was imposed by Firuz Tughlaq.