Transformation of Property Relations in the Punjab

Transformation of Property Relations in the Punjab Pervaiz Nazir Prior to its annexation by the British in 1849, Ian ' in the Punjab was held in common by a larger pro- prietary body. However, the relationship of this larger proprietary body to that of the individual cultivating units has received less attention. This paper describes this relationship and the subsequent investment of proprietary rights in individual cultivating units during the mid-nineteenth century.