Correct Answer:
C. Five percent
The Punjab Land Revenue Act specifically stipulates that the maximum limit for the imposition of village officer’s cess on any estate is Five percent. This cess is a charge levied to remunerate village officers for their services.
- Options Three percent (A), Four percent (B), and Six percent (D) are incorrect figures. The specific percentage is a statutory provision that must be adhered to, ensuring uniformity and legality in revenue collection.