Question

Consider the following observations relating to the reign of the Mughal Emperor Akbar.
1. Akbar strengthened his control on the nobility and the army by introducing the Mansabdari system.
2. Under the Mansabdari system, every officer was assigned a rank (Mansab).
3. The ranks were divided into Zat, Sawar and Chehra.
Which of the statement(s) given is/are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. 1 and 2
• D. 1 and 3

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

1 and 2

The Mansabdari system was the administrative system of the Mughal Empire introduced by Akbar. Those Mansabdars, who were paid in cash, were called Naqdis. Different ranks were alloted as per their land holdings. The ranks were divided into Zat, Sawar and Chehra.