Meaning of NATUSILAVU

NATUSILAVU

Language - Tamil

Tamil Word - நாட்டு சீலவு

Charges for village expenses and the pay and allowances of village officers under the native government. Example: The 'natusilavu' was collected from the villagers to cover the costs of maintaining the village infrastructure and paying the village officials. This term underscores the financial aspects of traditional village administration, highlighting the collective responsibility of the community in supporting its governance and infrastructure.