Under the reorganized centralized administrative system during Akbar’s reign, who was the head of the military department?
Under the centralized administrative system of Akbar, the Mir Bakhshi was the head of the military department. His responsibilities included recruiting, maintaining the Mansabdari system and managing the court intelligence network. Crucially, the Mir Bakhshi was responsible for presenting candidates for military office to the emperor. The correct answer is (D) Mir Bakhshi.
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The head of the military department under Akbar’s reorganized administration was the Mir Bakhshi. His authority was extensive; he was responsible for military recruitment, maintaining the imperial cavalry and infantry, paying the troops and ensuring the smooth functioning of the Mansabdari system. The Mir Bakhshi was not the commander-in-chief, but rather the Chief Paymaster and the head of military administration, whose department maintained all records of the Mansabdars and their associated troops.