ryotwary

/raɪɒtˈwɛri/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of land tax in medieval India, requiring peasants to give a portion of their crops to the ruler.

“The ryotwary system was a significant source of revenue for the Mughal Empire.”

Synonyms

  • crop tax
  • land tax

Antonyms

  • income boost
  • tax reduction