The Gupta rulers imposed a fine called _______ which was a plough tax paid by every cultivator owning a plough.
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SSC CGL 3rd March 2020 Shift-3
Halivakara
Correct AnswerExplanation:
- Hiranya: Typically referred to a tax or tribute paid in cash, often linked to land revenue. It wasn't specifically related to a plough tax.
- Sulka: This generally refers to a toll or duty, especially related to trade and commerce. It wasn't a tax directly related to agriculture.
- Halivakara: This was a specific tax (plough tax) imposed by the Gupta rulers on every cultivator owning a plough. It was linked to agricultural productivity and land cultivation.
- Kara: This term generally represents a generic tax or duty. It wasn't specifically a plough tax during the Gupta rule.
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