Summary: India's land revenue records were mismanaged due to neglect by officials, leading to disputes between landlords and tenants. Regulations aimed to address revenue arrear issues and prevent landlord oppression, like Regulation V of 1812, allowing tenants to contest rent without property seizure. However, due to the secrecy of land revenue collection practices, disputes persisted. Early English settlers allowed collection by farmers, who sub-let to tenants, undermining the system's intent. Various Acts and Regulations attempted reforms, but the core issue of undefined tenant rights remained, impeding effective solutions. The need for written tenancy agreements, despite Western influence, was recognized, but aspects related to enhanced rent definitions were deemed unjust. Efforts to revamp land records were made, reflecting the intricate administrative challenges in India's landlord-tenant dynamics.