History · Sources of Medieval Indian History
UGC NET December 2012 History
Which of the following statements about Sultan Zainul Abidin of Kashmir is not true?
AHe never allowed the Saiyids to grab dictatorial power in his court
BHe called himself Amir ul-Mominin
CHe took immense interest in agricultural production and expansion
DHe abolished the post of Shaikh ul-Islam ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) He abolished the post of Shaikh ul-Islam — The claim that he abolished the post of Shaikh ul-Islam is not true, so that is the answer.
Explanation
★The claim that he abolished the post of Shaikh ul-Islam is not true, so that is the answer.
★Sultan Zainul Abidin was the eighth Sultan of Kashmir and ruled from 1420 to 1470.
★His subjects called him Bod Shah, meaning the great king.
★He is also called the Akbar of Kashmir for his policy of religious tolerance.
★He encouraged agriculture, crafts, learning and the welfare of all communities.
★He recalled exiled Hindus and restored temples, but did not abolish the office of Shaikh ul-Islam.
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