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Consider the following statements regarding the revenue and military administration of the Mughal Empire: 1. The 'Zabt' system of land revenue assessment was largely based on the 'Dahsala' system introduced by Todar Mal under Emperor Akbar. 2. The 'Mansabdari' system determined the rank, salary, and military obligation of imperial nobles based on dual numerical ratings called Zat and Sawar. 3. The 'Jagir' grants bestowed upon Mansabdars were strictly hereditary and remained permanent property of the noble families across generations. Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only✓ Correct Answer
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
💡 Solution & Explanation
Statements one and two are correct. Akbar revenue system relied on Dahsala assessment under Raja Todar Mal, and the Mansabdari system utilized Zat and Sawar rankings to fix administrative status and cavalry obligations. Statement three is incorrect because Jagir grants were assigned revenue rights rather than land ownership, and they were transferable periodically to prevent nobles from building localized power bases. Mansabdhar offices were non-hereditary, reverting to the emperor upon the holder death.
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