In which of the following volumes of Akbar Nama, Akbar’s administration, household, army, the revenues and the geography of his empire is discussed by Abul Fazl?

Correct option is D

Correct Answer: (d) Only third volume
Explanation
· The third volume of the Akbar Nama, written by Abul Fazl, is called the Ain-i-Akbari.
· It discusses Akbar’s administration, household organization, army structure, revenue system, and the geography of the Mughal Empire in great detail.
Information Booster
· Akbar Nama is divided into three volumes:
· Volume I: Akbar’s ancestry and early reign.
· Volume II: Akbar’s major political and military achievements.
· Volume III (Ain-i-Akbari): Administration, culture, revenue, social structure, imperial regulations.
Additional Knowledge
· Ain-i-Akbari also contains:
· Ain (regulations) of Akbar
· Dastur-ul-Amal (procedures)
· Information on Mansabdari System, caste, crops, festivals, and prices of commodities
· Abul Fazl was one of Akbar’s Navratnas (nine gems).