Question

how did the sultans keep a check on muqtis

Answer 1

Following steps were adopted by the sultans to keep a check on the muqtis:

1.Their office was not hereditary.

2. Iqtas were granted to them for a shorter period.

3. Accountants were appointed who periodically checked the amount of revenue collected by the muqtis.

4. Muqtis were confined to collect taxes prescribed by the state. The number of soldiers they had were also limited.