Akbar ( 1556-1605) was the first Mughal ruler who categorized agricultural land into four categories based on the quality of land. The following are four classifications of agricultural land:
- Polaj
- Parauti or Parati
- Chachar
- Banjar
Polaj:
Polaj was the land that was cultivated every year without following. It was considered the most fertile and productive land.
Parauti or Parati:
Parauti was the land that left followed for a shorter period, usually one to two years, to regain fertility.
Chachar:
Chachar was the land that left follow for an extended period, typically three to four years. This practice allowed the land to recover and restore nutrients.
Banjar:
Banjar was the land which was uncultivated or barren land that was not suitable for immediate cultivation. It was used for grazing.
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