Sher Shah Suri’s greatest achievement was his administrative reforms. He improved land revenue collection, built the Grand Trunk Road, established sarais, introduced an efficient postal system, reorganized the army and standardized currency. These reforms strengthened governance and influenced Mughal and later British administration. ANSWER: (D) Administrative reforms
What is the hallmark of Sher Shah’s greatness? (A) Religious tolerance (B) His victorious campaign against Humayun (C) Excellent military leadership (D) Administrative reforms
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Sher Shah Suri is remembered primarily for his outstanding administrative reforms. He introduced systematic land revenue assessment based on measurement and fertility. His renovation of the Grand Trunk Road and construction of sarais improved communication and trade. Sher Shah established an efficient postal system, issued standardized silver coins (the rupiya) and reorganized his army for better discipline. These reforms created a strong, centralized state and became models for later Mughal and British administrators. His short reign left a long-lasting legacy, proving his visionary leadership and administrative brilliance.