History • Medieval IndiaEasy
During the Mughal administration, who was the official known as 'Mir Bakshi'?
A. Head of the judicial department and chief qazi
B. Minister in charge of military administration and intelligence✓ Correct Answer
C. Treasurer responsible for collecting land revenue
D. Chief advisor to the emperor on religious affairs
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Mir Bakshi served as the head of the military department and oversaw intelligence gathering and the administration of the Mansabdari system in the Mughal administration. Judicial duties were managed separately by the chief qazi, while revenue collection fell under the purview of the Diwan. This centralized bureaucratic machinery ensured tight control over provincial governance.
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