The term "Zimmi" was used for followers of which of the following religions during the rule of Muslims in India? |
Jews Christians Hindus All of the above |
All of the above |
A category of the Zimmi, meaning protected (derived from the Arabic word zimma, protection) developed for people who followed revealed scriptures, such as the Jews and Christians, and lived under Muslim rulership. They paid a tax called jizya and gained the right to be protected by Muslims. In India this status was extended to Hindus as well. |