Taluqdars

Taluqdars were landholders or landlords in parts of India, especially during the Mughal and British periods. They managed large estates, collected revenue from farmers, and had local administrative authority. Their role involved overseeing land use, maintaining law and order within their territory, and sometimes acting as intermediaries between the government and peasants. Taluqdars often held significant social and political influence, controlling land and resources in their regions. Their position was hereditary and tied to land ownership, making them key figures in rural governance and land management in historical India.