Question

S1: Non-Muslims faced discrimination based on religion during Babur's reign.
S2: Non-Muslims had to pay multiple taxes like Jazia and Pilgrimage tax.
Based on the statements above, select the correct option from the following:

• A. S1 and S2 are true. S2 is the explanation for S1.
• B. S1 and S2 are true. S2 is not the explanation for S1
• C. S1: False; S2: True
• D. S1: True; S2: False

Answer 1

The correct option is A S1 and S2 are true. S2 is the explanation for S1.

After Babur established his rule in India, non-Muslims faced discrimination in terms of jobs and taxes. They had to pay multiple taxes like pilgrimage tax and Jazia. Non-Muslims were appointed for low profile jobs of diwans or treasurers, accountant irrespective of their qualifications.