Meaning of NIZAMAT

NIZAMAT

Language - Arabic (commonly used in Tamil)

Tamil Word - நிசமாத்

The office or government of the Nazim (governor), specifically referring to the Nawab's rule in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa. It also denoted lands paying revenue directly to the Nazim, not the Diwan (finance minister). Example: The historical records document the administrative structure and revenue collection practices under the 'Nizamat' system in Bengal. This term is significant for understanding the historical governance and land revenue systems in regions under the Nawab's rule, particularly in Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa. It highlights the distinction between the administrative and financial authorities within the Mughal and post-Mughal administrations.