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The Mansabdari system introduced by Akbar was borrowed from which country/region? |
Persia Afganistan Turkey Mongolia |
Mongolia |
The correct answer is Option 4- Mongolia The Mansabdari system was a military and administrative system that was introduced by Akbar in the late 16th century. It was a system of ranking officials based on their military and administrative duties. The Mansabdars were paid in cash or in the form of assignments of land. Akbar was a great admirer of the Mongol Empire, and he borrowed a number of ideas from the Mongols, including the Mansabdari system. The Mongols had a similar system of ranking their officials, and it was very effective in helping them to manage their vast empire. The Mansabdari system was a very effective system, and it helped Akbar to consolidate the Mughal Empire. It also helped to promote trade and commerce. The Mansabdari system was continued by Akbar's successors, and it remained in place until the late 18th century. |