Diwani

Diwani refers to the system of revenue collection and administration established by the British East India Company in India during the 18th century. After gaining control over large territories, the Company was granted the right to collect taxes and govern the regions. This system allowed them to efficiently manage land revenue, which became a vital source of income. The term is often associated with the legal rights and responsibilities that came with this authority, impacting local governance and the economy. Diwani significantly influenced India’s socio-political landscape leading up to British colonial rule.