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Mughal revenue terms: Meaning of Khalisa. In Mughal administration, what did the term "Khalisa" signify? Choose the correct description.

Difficulty: Easy

Lands assigned to nobles as jagir
Crown lands whose revenue went directly to the imperial treasury
Tax-exempt religious endowments
Territories under a qazi's jurisdiction

Correct Answer: Crown lands whose revenue went directly to the imperial treasury

Explanation:

Given
Define the term Khalisa.

Concept/Approach
Khalisa denoted crown lands reserved for direct collection by the state; revenue from these areas accrued to the imperial treasury rather than to jagirdars.

Final Answer
Crown lands whose revenue went directly to the imperial treasury.

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