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प्रश्न
Answer the following question briefly:
Mention the important features of Akbar’s Rajput policy. Why did he adopt this policy and what were its results?
उत्तर
Akbar realized that the support of the Rajputs was necessary to build a powerful empire.
For this he adopted the following policy:
- Akbar treated the Rajputs with honour and equality and won their respect and loyalty.
- He married Rajput princesses to strengthen his ties with Rajputs.
- He appointed Rajputs on High posts in his court to win their friendship, loyalty, and cooperation.
- He abolished the Jizya and pilgrim tax levied on Hindus.
- Akbar did not annex the kingdoms of the Rajput rulers but only asked them to recognize him as their overlord and pay him regular tribute. The result of adopting this policy was that Akbar won the loyalty and support of the Rajputs, Who formed the backbone of a strong and stable empire.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Important Words:
Mir Bakshi
Important Words:
Diwan-i-Aam
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Akbar allowed religious freedom to the Rajputs only.
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Give reasons why.
Land was classified and measured before revenue was fixed.
Picture study:
Name the emperor who got it built. Write about his religious policies.
Fill in the blanks:
Akbar held regular meetings with his senior officers in the ___________ and he met his subjects in the ____________.
Choose the correct answer:
Akbar was ______ years old when he was proclaimed emperor.
Answer the following question in one or two words/ sentences:
Why did Akbar embark on a policy of conquest and annexation?
Why did Akbar introduce the policy of establishing matrimonial alliances with the Rajputs?
