SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CHSL - 4 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q27

In which of the following years was the Cornwallis Code enacted?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 1793.

  • Cornwallis code was developed by Cornwallis who was the governor of Bengal from 1786 to 1793. 
  • Lord Cornwallis  introduced the Permanent Settlement, which implemented important land taxation reforms through the Zamindari system.
  • He was appointed Governor-General and Commander-in-Chief of India in1786.