“Inam” land grants were awarded mainly to scholars, religious leaders, and learned individuals as a reward for their services. These grants were usually tax-free and were intended to support education, religious activities, and scholarship. The beneficiaries were expected to use the land’s revenue for maintaining institutions like madrasas, mosques, or other cultural and spiritual activities. ANSWER: (A) Scholars and religious figures
To whom was “inam” land granted? (A) Scholars and religious figures (B) Hereditary revenue collectors (C) Mansabdars (D) Nobles
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“Inam” land grants were given as rewards to scholars, Sufi saints, religious teachers, poets, and learned individuals. These grants often came without taxes, allowing the recipients to focus on spiritual, educational, or literary pursuits. Inam lands supported the functioning of madrasas, mosques, Islamic seminaries, and cultural institutions. Many rulers used such grants to encourage intellectual growth and religious harmony in their kingdoms. Sometimes, inam landholders contributed to local welfare by providing free teaching or religious services. These grants played a major role in sustaining medieval Indian learning traditions and strengthening moral authority within communities.
ANSWER:
(A) Scholars and religious figures