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Who introduced the Mansabdari System in India?
Question

Who introduced the Mansabdari System in India?

A.

Sher Shah

B.

Akbar

C.

Jahangir

D.

Shah Jahan

Correct option is B

The correct answer is option (B) Akbar
The Mansabdari System was introduced in India by Emperor Akbar, the third Mughal ruler, as part of his administrative reforms.
It was a system to organize the military and bureaucracy, where officers, known as Mansabdars, were assigned ranks (or "Mansabs") that determined their status, salary, and the number of soldiers they had to maintain.
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  • Sher Shah: Known for his administrative reforms like the land revenue system and Grand Trunk Road.
  • Jahangir: Akbar’s successor, who maintained the Mansabdari system.
  • Shah Jahan: Akbar’s grandson, known for architectural achievements like the Taj Mahal.

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