Mughal Empire Stability in 17th Century Quiz

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Who was responsible for governing the provinces known as Subas in the Mughal Empire?

Subadars

Which official in the Subas was in charge of financial matters?

Diwan

During Akbar's reign, who was responsible for maintaining peace and order in the Subas?

Kotwal

Which of the following was not an officer assisting the Subadar in the administration of the Subas?

Zoroastrians

Where did Akbar hold religious discussions with scholars from various religions?

Ibadat Khana

What book contains detailed descriptions of the administrative system laid down by Akbar in the Mughal Empire?

Ain-i-Akbari

Who proposed the idea of Sulh-i-Kul or universal peace in the Mughal Empire?

Akbar

During the decline of Mughal rule, who emerged as political and economic centers?

Servants

What was the vision of government framed around by Akbar with the help of Abul Fazl?

Universal peace

Which provinces were created by the Mansabdars under the later Mughal rulers?

Hyderabad and Awadh

What led to the mansabdars becoming highly corrupt under the rule of later Mughal rulers?

Large scale of revenue collection

What system was used by the Mughals to fix the holders of ranks in the emperor's court?

Mansabdari system

Which term denotes the number of soldiers a Mansabdar was required to maintain?

Sawar

Who conducted a survey of crop yields and prices for a period of 10 years during the Mughal era?

Todar Mal

Which method was used in all Mughal periods to keep track of revenue and tax?

Zabt method

What position did Zamindars hold during Akbar's time in the Mughal Empire?

Tax collectors

Which provinces in the Mughal Empire did not witness the application of the Zabt method for revenue collection?

Gujarat and Bengal

Test your knowledge on the factors that weakened the stability of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century, including peasant revolts, Zamindars' rebellion, and Akbar's policies. Learn about Abul Fazl's Akbar Nama and Ain-i-Akbari.

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