Mughal administration under Akbar: What were the responsibilities of the Mir Bakshi? Context: Central departments (daftar) and the mansabdari system. Choose the most accurate description.
General Knowledge
Indian History
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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AHead of military department: mansab/appointment recommendations, pay, and intelligence
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BHead of the imperial household (khalsa)
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CIn charge of religious endowments only
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DChief revenue assessor for land settlements
Answer
Correct Answer: Head of military department: mansab/appointment recommendations, pay, and intelligence
Explanation
Given data
- Post: Mir Bakshi in Akbar's court.
Concept/ApproachIdentify the office overseeing mansabdars, their pay, and the intelligence network.
ReasoningMir Bakshi supervised military administration, recommended mansab appointments/promotions, managed pay, and oversaw intelligence.
Final AnswerHead of military department: mansab/appointment recommendations, pay, and intelligence