How was land revenue collected in mughal period?

During the Mughal period, land revenue was primarily collected through a system known as the Zamindari system, where zamindars (landlords) acted as intermediaries between the state and the peasantry. They were responsible for collecting taxes from the farmers, who were typically required to pay a fixed percentage of their agricultural produce. The revenue system varied by region and was influenced by local customs, with some areas employing a more direct assessment of land productivity. The collected revenue was then remitted to the Mughal treasury, which was essential for financing the empire's administration and military.