Whose administrative system later became the model for Emperor Akbar's consolidation of the Mughal Empire?
Sher Shah Suri's Administrative Model for Akbar
Emperor Akbar's effective administrative system, which helped consolidate the Mughal Empire, was significantly modeled after the reforms implemented by Sher Shah Suri during his rule.
Key Reforms Adopted by Akbar
Sher Shah Suri introduced several crucial administrative and revenue reforms that Akbar later adopted and expanded:
- Land Revenue System: Introduced the 'Patta' (title deed) and 'Qabuliyat' (acceptance document) system, establishing clear rights and responsibilities for land revenue assessment and collection. Akbar refined this system.
- Provincial Administration: Divided the empire into provinces ('Sarkars') and further into sub-units, establishing a clear administrative hierarchy.
- Standardization: Introduced standardized weights, measures, and currency (like the silver 'Rupiya'), which facilitated trade and revenue management across the empire.
- Justice and Law: Focused on establishing a fair justice system and maintaining law and order, which Akbar prioritized.
- Communication: Developed a network of roads and inns ('Sarai'), enhancing connectivity and administration.
Akbar built upon this strong administrative foundation laid by Sher Shah Suri to create a stable and prosperous Mughal Empire.
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Important Questions from Medieval History
Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below the Lists:
List-I
(System / Category)
List-II
(Description)
A. Upari 1. Peasants directly responsible for the payment of revenue B. Pattadar 2. Category of tenancy tenure held under the Marathas C. Mirasidar 3. Gifts of land or land revenue D. Inam lands 4. Co-parcenary title holder and designated revenue payer in southern India Name the calligrapher in Akbar’s court who was honoured with the title “Zarrin Kalam” or Golden Pen.
Which one of the following statements about Fatehpur Sikri is NOT correct?
Which one of the following pairs is correctly matched?
Bhakti Saint
Philosophy
(a)
Shankara
:
Avadhuta
(b)
Ramananda
:
Kevala Advaita
(c)
Ramanuja
:
Vishishtadvaita
(d)
Chaitanya
:
Advaita
Consider the following statements related to the Virashaiva tradition in Karnataka:
1) The Virashaiva movement was led by a Brahmana named Basavanna, a minister in the court of the Kalachuri ruler in the twelfth century.
2) The Virashaivas encouraged practices, approved by the Dharmashastras, like post-puberty marriages and remarriage of widows.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
