Which one of the following was NOT a policy or social reform initiated by Emperor Akbar? |ForumIAS

[A] Prohibition of forced Sati and allowing the remarriage of widows.

[B] Legalization of the use of interest-bearing loans (Riba) to promote trade and commerce.

[C] Introduction of the practice of Jharokha Darshan as a means of connecting with the common populace.

[D] Implementation of the Dahsala system, which was based on the average prices of crops over a ten-year period.

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation:

(a), (b), and (c) are all examples of Akbar’s social, religious, or political innovations. Akbar actively legislated against forced Sati and child marriage, and introduced Jharokha Darshan (c) to appear before the people daily. Akbar also made religious interpretations (b) flexible to promote trade.
(d) is Incorrect. The Dahsala system was a land revenue administration reform, not a state religion or social reform. While important, it falls under the administrative domain, distinguishing it from the others.