Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

As described in 'Ain-i-Akbari' by Abul Fazl-i-Allami, ‘gaz' (unit of measuring length) was divided into equal parts called _____.

Options:

tassuj

liksha

rajahkan

angul

Correct Answer:

tassuj

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1- tassuj

As described in 'Ain-i-Akbari' by Abul Fazl-i-Allami, ‘gaz' (unit of measuring length) was divided into equal parts called tassuj.

The gaz was a unit of length used in the Mughal Empire. It was equal to about 33 inches. The tassuj was a subdivision of the gaz and was equal to about 1.4 inches.

The Ain-i-Akbari is a book written by Abul Fazl-i-Allami, a courtier of the Mughal Emperor Akbar. It is a comprehensive account of the Mughal Empire, including its administration, economy, and culture.

The Ain-i-Akbari is an important source of information for historians who study the Mughal Empire. It provides insights into the Mughal way of life, their political and social institutions, and their economic system.