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Naqshye Aqwam-e zaminderan - Tables of zamindars
Identity area
Reference code
GB 891 SC53
Publication status
Published
Level of description
Fonds
Extent and medium
2 tables handwritten
Date(s)
- [1813] (Creation)
Context area
Name of creator
Repository
Royal Asiatic Society Archives
Archival history
The custodial history is unknown.
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
The source of acquisition is unknown.
Content and structure area
Scope and content
Two tables listing the communities of the zamindars (landlords) in the parganas of [ ] and Akbarabad (Agra). These are signed and stamped with the signees' seals, one of which dates the table to 1228 Hijri (1813 A.D.). One table also list the Tahsildars (revenue agents) as well as the zamindars. The tables are written in Shikasta Nasta'liq script.
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Conditions governing access
Open. Please contact the archivist. Details can be found here : https://royalasiaticarchives.org/. The archive is open on Tuesdays and Fridays 10-5, and Thursdays 2-5. Access is to any researcher without appointment but it will help if an appointment is made via phone or email. Please bring photo ID.
Conditions governing reproduction
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Language of material
- Urdu
Additional information
Description identifier
gb891-sc53
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