Administrative System of the Marathas c18.s26.30

c18.s26.30

5. The Zamindars represent that the amount to be levied from the traders is fixed by them according to custom or according to Kauls granted to them, and that in their absence, the work is performed by the Mamlatdars. As the Zemindars keep separate accounts of the tax, the rates should be fixed with their cognizance. The memorandum fixing the amount leviable, either for particular Mahal, or for the whole tract, from the post to the province, above the ghaut should be written by the Jamenis and marked by the Mazumdar, and it should bear the approving endorsement of the Mamlatdar. It should then be given to the Fadnis for being registered and finally recorded by the Mamlatdar. The copy to be sent to the Thana should be made by the Jamenis. The Zamindar should take a copy for reference.