Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Akbar”:
1.He abolished the jizya on non-Muslims and the tax on Hindu pilgrims.
2.The practice of sati by Hindu widows was also abolished.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Akbar took earnest efforts to win the goodwill of the Hindus.
- He abolished the jizya (poll tax) on non-Muslims and the tax on Hindu pilgrims.
- The practice of sati by Hindu widows was also abolished.
- The practice of making slaves of war prisoners was also discontinued.
Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT
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