Ain-i-Akbari was written by Abul Fazal, Akbar’s court historian. It is an administrative and statistical record of Akbar’s empire. The book describes revenue systems, military organization, social customs, religions and imperial departments. It forms the third part of the Akbarnama and shows the efficiency, diversity and progressive nature of Akbar’s administration. ANSWER: (C) Abul Fazal
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Abul Fazal, one of the Navratnas of Akbar’s court, wrote the Ain-i-Akbari, the third part of the Akbarnama. This monumental work provides detailed information about Akbar’s administration, revenue system, land classification, imperial household, military structure, trade, agriculture and social customs. It also records information on various religions, literature, art and sciences. Abul Fazal compiled data from officials across the empire, making it a reliable source for understanding Mughal governance. The work highlights Akbar’s tolerant policies, administrative innovations and emphasis on rational governance. It remains one of the greatest historical documents of medieval India.