Q. Which of the following percentage of Chauth tax was fixed for the rulers in the Maratha empire? Answer:
25%
Notes: The Chauth tax was divided into so many parts during the time of Peshwas. For the ruler- 25%, for the Maratha Sarders and maintenance troop chief- 66%, for Pant Sachiv- 6%, for the person of ruler's pleasure- 3%.