In the context of eighteenth century India, what was 'Dastak'? (a) Signature (b) Land document (c) Trade permit (d) Tax on textiles

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Q: 75 (CDS-I/2023)
In the context of eighteenth century India, what was 'Dastak'?
(a) Signature
(b) Land document
(c) Trade permit
(d) Tax on textiles

question_subject: 

History

question_exam: 

CDS-I

In the 18th century, 'Dastak' referred to trade permits issued by the British East India Company. These permits allowed company merchants to trade without paying local taxes, causing significant tension with local traders and rulers.