Persian · noun · Nation, Faith & Society

Nankar

नानकार

said naan-KAAR

also written: nankar, nancar

Meaning

A revenue-free allowance of land or a deduction granted to a zamindar or village officer as remuneration for his services.

Literally: for bread (subsistence)

Related words

Reward, prize, gift in recognition.

A proprietary allowance paid to a zamindar or proprietor in recognition of his ownership right, over and above the revenue.

A landowner or landlord; holder of land and its revenue.