Question

Write about the revenue system of the Mauryans.

Answer 1

1. The land was the most important source of revenue for the state.
2. Bali and Bagha as taxes collected from people.
3. The land tax (Bhaga) collected was 1/6 of the total produce.
4. Revenue from taxes on forests, mines, salt, and irrigation provided additional revenue to the government.
5. Much of the State revenue was spent on paying the army, the officials of the royal government, on charities, and on different public works.