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Who established the new post called ‘Diwan-e-Wizarat-e-Kul’? (A) Humayun (B) Shah Jahan (C) Babur (D) Akbar
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,Read more
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.
See lessThe number of Mughal provinces (subahs) during Akbar’s time was 15, which increased to how many during Aurangzeb’s time?
The number of Mughal provinces (subahs) reached 21 during the time of Aurangzeb. Akbar had initially organized the empire into 12 subahs, which later increased to 15. Aurangzeb added the former Deccan Sultanates of Bijapur (1686) and Golconda (1687), along with newly consolidated territories. [ImageRead more
The number of Mughal provinces (subahs) reached 21 during the time of Aurangzeb. Akbar had initially organized the empire into 12 subahs, which later increased to 15. Aurangzeb added the former Deccan Sultanates of Bijapur (1686) and Golconda (1687), along with newly consolidated territories. [Image illustrating the 21 Mughal Subahs under Aurangzeb] This increase reflects the maximum territorial extent of the Mughal Empire achieved under Aurangzeb, although managing these vast, distant territories ultimately proved difficult.
See lessWhich Mughal emperor finally abolished the Jaziya tax?
The Jaziya tax was finally abolished by Emperor Muhammad Shah 'Rangila' in 1720 AD. The tax had a contentious history: Akbar abolished it in 1564, only for Aurangzeb to reimpose it in 1679. [Image illustrating the Jaziya tax policy change timeline] Due to fierce opposition from various factions andRead more
The Jaziya tax was finally abolished by Emperor Muhammad Shah ‘Rangila’ in 1720 AD. The tax had a contentious history: Akbar abolished it in 1564, only for Aurangzeb to reimpose it in 1679. [Image illustrating the Jaziya tax policy change timeline] Due to fierce opposition from various factions and the weakened state of the Mughal government, Muhammad Shah, upon the advice of his finance minister, finally suspended and then permanently abolished the tax, making the abolition permanent.
See lessWhat was the “reserved land” for transfer called during the Mughal period? (A) Paibaqi / Paybaqi (B) Madad-i-Ma’ash (C) Suyur Gul (D) None of these
During the Mughal period, the "reserved land" set aside for future assignment as Jagir was termed Paibaqi (or Paybaqi). This land remained under the direct financial control of the imperial Diwan (Finance Minister) and its revenue went straight to the central treasury. The management of Paibaqi wasRead more
During the Mughal period, the “reserved land” set aside for future assignment as Jagir was termed Paibaqi (or Paybaqi). This land remained under the direct financial control of the imperial Diwan (Finance Minister) and its revenue went straight to the central treasury. The management of Paibaqi was crucial for the seamless operation of the Jagirdari system, especially during periods of high demand for new Jagirs, as it ensured that the assignment could be transferred when needed.
See lessIn the Mughal Mansabdari system, what did ‘Zat’ and ‘Sawar’ denote?
In the Mansabdari system, 'Zat' and 'Sawar' were dual ranks. 'Zat' indicated the personal rank, status and salary of the Mansabdar in the court hierarchy. 'Sawar' indicated the actual number of cavalry troopers (horses and riders) the Mansabdar was theoretically obliged to maintain and present for rRead more
In the Mansabdari system, ‘Zat’ and ‘Sawar’ were dual ranks. ‘Zat’ indicated the personal rank, status and salary of the Mansabdar in the court hierarchy. ‘Sawar’ indicated the actual number of cavalry troopers (horses and riders) the Mansabdar was theoretically obliged to maintain and present for review. [Image illustrating the difference between Zat and Sawar] If the Sawar rank was equal to the Zat rank, it was considered a first-class Mansabdar, reflecting the full extent of his military commitment.
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