Financial Stability in Maharaja Ranjit Singh’ Empire

In Maharaja Ranjit Singh’s empire, keeping the money matters in check was a big deal.

They had a special office called Mufti, Daftar Sarishta-e-Hazoor, set up in 1803.
It wasn’t just any office; it was like the Maharaja’s personal money control center, making sure everything was financially stable.

Mufti, Daftar Sarishta-e-Hazoor Department

It was founded in 1803 to manage general expenses and income.

Crucial communication link between Maharaja Ranjit Singh and other states.

Held the Maharaja’s special seal, essential for executing commands.

Diwan’s office charged a fixed amount for placing the seal on each document.

Daftar Roznamcha (1816): Oversaw debit and credit entries by the treasury, maintaining meticulous records across various categories.

Daftar Moharyani (1816): Affixed the royal seal and received commissions for official papers related to payments.

Daftar Maliyat (Abwab-ul-Mal): Assessed records of revenue receipts and various sources of earnings.

Daftar Jama Kharch-e-Pargna or Talluqa: Maintained records of land revenue collected from Pargnas or Talluqa.

Daftar Jama Kharch-e-Sairat: Managed revenue from octroi duties, taxes from salt mines, and other associated sources.

Daftar Wajohat-e-Muqarari: Reserved records of income generated from court fees and justice-related sources.