Correct option is B
Tuladan is an ancient Hindu custom where the ruler or an individual would weigh themselves in gold, silver, or other precious materials, which were then distributed to the poor or used for charity. This practice was symbolic of the ruler's generosity and religious devotion.
Key Facts about Akbar and Tuladan:
- Akbar (reigned 1556–1605 CE) was the first Mughal emperor to adopt this Hindu ritual despite being a Muslim ruler. This reflects Akbar's policy of religious tolerance and his attempt to integrate diverse cultural and religious traditions in his empire.
- This custom became a symbol of Akbar’s Sulh-e-Kul (universal tolerance) policy, emphasizing harmony among different religious and cultural communities in the empire.
