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Towns, Traders And Craftspersons — Social Studies STD 7 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 7Social StudiesTowns, Traders And Craftspersons2 Marks
Question
Who administered the small towns and how?
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Answer

The small towns were generally managed by a Samanta or a Zamindar. They built a fortified palace in or near the towns.
  • They levied taxes on traders, artisans and sometimes donated the right to collect revenue to the local temples.
  • These temples were built by these rich merchants themselves. These 'rights' were recorded in inscriptions.

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