Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Mansabdari system”:
1.Sawar determined the number of soldiers each Mansabdar received ranging from 10 to 10,000.
2.Zat determined the number of horses under a Mansabdar.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Akbar provided a systematic and centralised system of administration which contributed to the success of the empire.

  • He introduced the Mansabdari system. Mansabdar rank was divided into Zat and Sawar.
  • The former determined the number of soldiers each Mansabdar received ranging from 10 to 10,000.
  • The latter determined the number of horses under a Mansabdar.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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