Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Who among the following initiated 'Din-i-Ilahi'?

Options:

Babur

Humayun

Jahangir

Akbar

Correct Answer:

Akbar

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4- Akbar

The Mughal emperor Akbar initiated Din-i-Ilahi, which means "Divine Faith". It was a syncretic religion that combined elements of Islam, Hinduism, Jainism, Zoroastrianism, and Christianity. Akbar founded Din-i-Ilahi in 1582, and it continued to exist until his death in 1605.

Akbar was a tolerant and open-minded ruler, and he was interested in learning about different religions. He also believed that a common religion would help to unify his diverse empire. Din-i-Ilahi was an attempt to create such a religion.

Din-i-Ilahi was not a popular religion, and it only had a small number of followers. However, it was significant because it showed Akbar's commitment to religious tolerance and his desire to create a unified empire.