Question

How did Burhan-ul-Mulk reduce Mughal influence in the Awadh region?

Answer 1

Burhan-ul-Mulk tried to reduce Mughal influence in the Awadh region by taking the following steps:

• He first of all reduced the number of office holders (jagirdars) appointed by the Mughals.
• He also reduced the size of jagirs, and appointed his own loyal servants to vacant positions.
• The accounts of jagirdars were checked to prevent cheating and the revenues of all districts were re-assessed by officials appointed by the Nawab's court.