History · Administration and Economy
UGC NET June 2024 History (Re-Exam Shift-I)
Which of the following statements are correct regarding the mansabdari system? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
- 1. In principle, all mansabdars were appointed directly by the ruler
- 2. The princes of the royal family and the chief amirs of the empire recommended individuals for appointment
- 3. All mansabs above 7000 were reserved for princes of the royal family
- 4. The only amir, Mir Jumla, was granted the rank of 9000
A1 and 2 only
B2 and 4 only
C1, 2 and 3 only ✓ Correct
D1, 3 and 4 only
Correct answer: (C) 1, 2 and 3 only — The correct statements are 1, 2 and 3 only.
Explanation
★The correct statements are 1, 2 and 3 only.
★Akbar introduced the mansabdari system as the basis of his military and civil administration.
★In principle all mansabdars were appointed by the emperor.
★The princes and chief amirs recommended candidates for appointment.
★The highest ranks were reserved for princes; only Raja Man Singh and Mirza Aziz Koka got 7,000.
★The claim about Mir Jumla and the rank of 9,000 does not fit here, so the fourth statement is wrong.
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