Meaning of PATHUKKADU

PATHUKKADU

Language - Tamil

Tamil Word - பத்துக்காடு

A fixed assessment or rent on dry lands, typically those not suitable for irrigated cultivation. Example: The 'pathukkada' lands were taxed at a lower rate compared to irrigated lands due to their lower productivity. This term reflects the historical practice of classifying land based on its productivity and water availability, with different tax rates applied accordingly. It highlights the challenges of dryland farming and the need for equitable taxation policies.