SARVA / INAM - சர்வ / இனம்

Language - Sanskrit/Telugu

Telugu Word - చర్వ / ఇనమ్

Rent-free Land Grant or Revenue Assignment. Example: In historical Telangana, 'Sarva Inam' denoted a grant where the entire revenue of a village or land tract was assigned to an individual or institution, typically for religious or charitable purposes, without any obligation to pay rent or taxes. This term combines two words: 'Sarva' (meaning all or entire) and 'Inam' (meaning gift or reward). It refers to a type of land grant or revenue assignment where the recipient was entitled to the entire income or revenue generated from the land, free from any rent or tax obligations. These grants were often made by rulers or wealthy individuals to support religious institutions, scholars, or individuals who rendered valuable services. Understanding 'Sarva Inam' grants is crucial for interpreting historical land documents and understanding the patterns of land ownership and patronage in Telangana.