Question

Sher Shah is called the forerunner of Akbar as he gave direction to him in _______________ .

• A. making provinces
• B. revenue administration
• C. religious policy
• D. all the three mentioned above
  

Answer 1

The correct option is D all the three mentioned above

Akbar has been called “The Great” on account of his efficient administration, liberal religious policy and political insight. A close study of Akbar’s policy would reveal that Akbar followed several policies of Sher Shah. Of course, he improved upon them in the new context. Akbar followed the land policy of Sher Shah. He provided equal justice to all. He engaged himself like Sher Shah for the welfare of his subjects. There is no doubt that Sher Shah was the fore-runner of Akbar.