History • Medieval IndiaMedium
During the Mughal period, the term 'Madad-i-Maash' referred to which of the following?
A. Revenue-free grants of land given to learned and religious men✓ Correct Answer
B. Military stipends paid directly to cavalry soldiers
C. Tribute collected from subordinate chieftains
D. Loans provided to agrarian peasants for seed and livestock
💡 Solution & Explanation
During the Mughal period, Madad-i-Maash represented revenue-free land grants given to learned, pious, and needy individuals to ensure their subsistence. Unlike military jagirs or tribute, these grants were meant for religious and scholarly figures. Such grants were also known as suyurghal and were usually confirmed or renewed by successive emperors to maintain patronage.
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