Emperor Akbar established the new, centralized administrative post of ‘Diwan-e-Wizarat-e-Kul’. This office was the head of the entire revenue and finance administration, primarily held by Raja Todar Mal. The creation of this single, powerful post solidified financial control and ensured a uniform revenue policy across the rapidly expanding Mughal Empire. The correct answer is (D) Akbar.
Who established the new post called ‘Diwan-e-Wizarat-e-Kul’? (A) Humayun (B) Shah Jahan (C) Babur (D) Akbar
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Emperor Akbar established the new post of ‘Diwan-e-Wizarat-e-Kul’ (Head of the Entire Ministry of Finance) as part of his reorganization of the central government. This powerful officer, most famously Raja Todar Mal, was the Chief Finance Minister responsible for supervising all revenue collection, expenditure and the general economic health of the empire. The creation of this highly centralized post ensured efficiency, prevented arbitrary actions by local officials and formed the backbone of Akbar’s centralized administration.