The Inland Customs Line was a system of customs barriers that was established in India by the British colonial government in the 19th century.
The purpose of the line was to collect customs duties and taxes on goods that were transported between different parts of India. The line was established to generate revenue for the British government. The Inland Customs Line was an important source of revenue for the British government in India.
Salt Tax was a major Revenue for the British Government
At one point Salt Tax was 10% of total British Revenue.
Salt became so costly due to the tax that the consumption dropped. Health deteriorated. These deaths are not counted while tracking the casualties of British atrocities.