Foujadar

Language - Persian/Urdu

Telugu Word - ఃపౌజాతర్ మెర్కలాయర్ కాలత్తుక్కు మున్తైయ తలైముఱై

This term refers to a 'Foujdar', a military governor or administrative official responsible for maintaining law and order and collecting revenue in a specific region during the Mughal and pre-colonial periods in India. In Telangana, Foujdars might have played a role in land administration and tax collection. The role of Foujdars highlights the historical interplay between military power and land administration in Telangana. Understanding their functions can shed light on the evolution of governance and land ownership systems in the region.