Milkiyat

Property ownership, similar to Zamindari rights. (e.g., The 'Milkiyat' rights granted the landowner full control over the land and its resources.) This term denotes a form of land ownership with strong proprietary rights, akin to the Zamindari system. In historical Tamil Nadu, 'Milkiyat' holders enjoyed considerable autonomy and control over their land, including the right to collect revenue and manage resources. Understanding this concept is vital for interpreting land records and comprehending the historical power structures related to land ownership in the region.