Negative Impact of British Land Revenue Policies:

1. Displacement of Indigenous Farmers:
One of the major negative impacts of British land revenue policies was the displacement of indigenous farmers from their lands. The introduction of the Permanent Settlement Act in 1793 led to many landowners losing their lands as they were unable to pay the exorbitant land revenue taxes imposed by the British. This resulted in widespread poverty and loss of livelihood for many farmers who had previously relied on their lands for sustenance.

2. Exploitative Nature of Land Revenue Collection:
The British land revenue policies were often exploitative in nature, with high taxes being imposed on farmers who were already struggling to make ends meet. The British landlords and officials often resorted to harsh methods to collect these taxes, leading to further impoverishment of the local population. This exploitative system of revenue collection created a cycle of debt and poverty that was difficult for farmers to break free from.

3. Concentration of Land in the Hands of British Landlords:
Another negative impact of British land revenue policies was the concentration of land in the hands of British landlords and absentee landlords. The introduction of the Zamindari system in the early 19th century allowed British landlords to acquire vast tracts of land, leading to the displacement of indigenous landowners and tenants. This concentration of land in the hands of a few British landlords further marginalized the local population and perpetuated the cycle of poverty and inequality in colonial India.