Humayun and Sher Shah — Landmark Events

Landmark Events

Sher Shah's Land Revenue Edict (Patta & Qabuliyat)

c. 1540-1545

This administrative innovation was revolutionary for its time, formalizing the relationship between the state and the cultivator. The 'patta' (title deed) specified the area of…

Standardization of the Rupee (Sher Shah)

c. 1540

Sher Shah's introduction of the silver 'rupiya' (rupee) of 178 grains and the copper 'dam' marked a significant reform in the monetary system of India. Prior to this, coinage was…