History · Sources of Medieval Indian History
UGC NET December 2024 History
Puran Chand, a Hindu, was the Diwan under which of the following rulers?
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BMurshid Quli Khan
CNizam-ul-Mulk ✓ Correct
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Correct answer: (C) Nizam-ul-Mulk — The answer is Nizam-ul-Mulk.
Explanation
★The answer is Nizam-ul-Mulk.
★The Hyderabad State was established by Nizam-ul-Mulk Asaf Jah in 1724.
★He did not formally declare independence but functioned as an independent ruler.
★He adopted a policy of tolerance towards Hindus.
★He appointed the Hindu Puran Chand as his Diwan.
★So Puran Chand served under Nizam-ul-Mulk.
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