Question

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Why do you think the Mughal rulers could not be held accountable for their actions?

• A. There are no written records of Mughal atrocities.
• B. The Mughals were most benevolent in their deeds and did not need any accountability.
• C. There were no witnesses for their crimes.
• D. They followed the Divine Right of Kingship.

Answer 1

The correct option is D They followed the Divine Right of Kingship.

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The Mughal rulers followed the Divine Right of Kingship like the Sultans. It meant that they derived their authority from God, and therefore could not be held accountable for their actions.