Meaning of Sikdhaar-A-Sikkudhar

Sikdhaar-A-Sikkudhar

Language - Possibly Persian or Urdu

Tamil Word - சிக்தார் – ஏ- சிக்குதார்

A position similar to the present-day Tahsildar, a revenue official responsible for tax collection and land administration at the taluk level. (e.g., The 'Sikdhaar-A-Sikkudhar' was responsible for maintaining land records and resolving land disputes in the region.) This term likely reflects the influence of Persian or Urdu administrative terminology during historical periods in Tamil Nadu. Understanding this position's role and responsibilities is crucial for interpreting land records and understanding the historical administrative structure.