Medieval History
2016
Economic history
With reference to the economic history of medieval India, the term Araghatta’ refers to
D.wasteland and converted to cultivated land
A.bonded labour
B.land grants made to military officers
C.waterwheel used in the irrigation of land
Correct Answer: Option C
Araghatta refers to a Persian wheel used for irrigation in medieval India.
It is a mechanical device employing animal power (cattle, bullocks, etc.) to lift water, primarily from open wells.
The term is derived from ara (spoke) + ghatta (pot).
Therefore, Araghatta is a waterwheel used in the irrigation of land.
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