Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Modern India: Colonial cities

Question:

In the 16th-17th century, why did the mansabdars and jagirdars who were assigned territories in different parts of the empire usually maintain houses in cities like Agra, Lahore and Delhi?

Options:

Residence in these centres was usually cheaper than in any other part of the country.

These areas were generally peaceful and were thus preferred for settlement.

Residence in these centres of power was symbolic of the status and prestige of a noble.

None of the above

Correct Answer:

Residence in these centres of power was symbolic of the status and prestige of a noble.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3 - Residence in these centres of power was symbolic of the status and prestige of a noble.

Agra, Delhi and Lahore were important centres of imperial administration and control. Mansabdars and Jagirdars who were assigned territories in different parts of the empire usually maintained houses in these cities. Residence in these centres of power was symbolic of the status and prestige of a noble.