Akbar Competitive Exams
46 questions · Pakistan Studies
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Question 1 of 46
In which year did Akbar abolish the Jizya tax on non-Muslim subjects?
ExplanationAkbar abolished the Jizya in 1564; it was later reimposed by Aurangzeb in 1679 — a fact commonly tested in contrast.
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Question 2 of 46
Which conquest gave Akbar control over a key western seaport and boosted Mughal trade?
ExplanationThe conquest of Gujarat in 1572 gave the Mughals access to the port of Surat, significantly boosting trade.
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Question 3 of 46
Which syncretic religious order/faith did Akbar found in 1582?
ExplanationDin-i-Ilahi was Akbar's syncretic faith blending elements of various religions; it is distinct from the older Sufi and Bhakti traditions.
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Question 4 of 46
Who is credited with devising Akbar's land revenue system based on a ten-year average of production and prices?
ExplanationRaja Todar Mal devised the Zabt (or Dahsala) revenue system for Akbar's empire.
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Question 5 of 46
In which year did Akbar annex Bengal into the Mughal Empire?
ExplanationAkbar's conquest of Bengal (defeating the Karrani dynasty) took place around 1576.
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Question 6 of 46
Which Rajput fort did Akbar capture in 1568 after a prolonged siege?
ExplanationAkbar captured Chittor in 1568; Ranthambore fell the following year (1569) — these two conquests are often confused.
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Question 7 of 46
Who was Akbar's principal wife and mother of Jahangir, later known by a title reflecting her status?
ExplanationMariam-uz-Zamani was Akbar's Rajput wife and Jahangir's mother; she is distinct from Nur Jahan (Jahangir's wife) and Mumtaz Mahal (Shah Jahan's wife) — commonly confused figures.
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Question 8 of 46
Which title is sometimes associated with Akbar for his religious and administrative innovations?
ExplanationAkbar's full name was Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar; 'Akbar the Great' is a commonly used epithet reflecting his significant reign.
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Question 9 of 46
In which battle did Akbar's forces defeat Hemu (Hemchandra Vikramaditya)?
ExplanationThe Second Battle of Panipat (1556) should not be confused with the First Battle of Panipat (1526), fought by Babur.
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Question 10 of 46
Which region did Akbar annex in 1591, extending Mughal control over the lower Indus region?
ExplanationAkbar annexed Sindh in 1591; Kashmir had been annexed earlier in 1586 — the two are sometimes confused in sequence.
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Question 11 of 46
Which conquest gave Akbar control over a key western seaport and boosted Mughal trade?
ExplanationThe conquest of Gujarat in 1572 gave the Mughals access to the port of Surat, significantly boosting trade.
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Question 12 of 46
Which title is sometimes associated with Akbar for his religious and administrative innovations?
ExplanationAkbar's full name was Jalal-ud-din Muhammad Akbar; 'Akbar the Great' is a commonly used epithet reflecting his significant reign.
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Question 13 of 46
In which year did Akbar die?
ExplanationAkbar died in 1605, after a reign of nearly 49 years.
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Question 14 of 46
Who was Akbar's principal wife and mother of Jahangir, later known by a title reflecting her status?
ExplanationMariam-uz-Zamani was Akbar's Rajput wife and Jahangir's mother; she is distinct from Nur Jahan (Jahangir's wife) and Mumtaz Mahal (Shah Jahan's wife) — commonly confused figures.
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Question 15 of 46
Which city did Akbar build as his new capital in 1571, later abandoning it due to water scarcity?
ExplanationFatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar but abandoned after some years due to inadequate water supply; Shahjahanabad (Delhi) was built later by Shah Jahan.
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Question 16 of 46
Where is Akbar's tomb located?
ExplanationAkbar's tomb is located at Sikandra, on the outskirts of Agra.
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Question 17 of 46
Who wrote the 'Akbarnama' and 'Ain-i-Akbari', chronicling Akbar's reign and administration?
ExplanationAbul Fazl, one of Akbar's Navratnas, authored both the Akbarnama (history) and its concluding volume, Ain-i-Akbari (administrative details).
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Question 18 of 46
Which city did Akbar build as his new capital in 1571, later abandoning it due to water scarcity?
ExplanationFatehpur Sikri was built by Akbar but abandoned after some years due to inadequate water supply; Shahjahanabad (Delhi) was built later by Shah Jahan.
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Question 19 of 46
Which famous musician was a prominent member of Akbar's court?
ExplanationTansen, one of the Navratnas, was Akbar's most celebrated court musician.
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Question 20 of 46
Which syncretic religious order/faith did Akbar found in 1582?
ExplanationDin-i-Ilahi was Akbar's syncretic faith blending elements of various religions; it is distinct from the older Sufi and Bhakti traditions.
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Question 21 of 46
At what age did Akbar ascend the Mughal throne?
ExplanationAkbar became emperor in 1556 at around 13-14 years of age, initially under the regency of Bairam Khan.
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Question 22 of 46
Where is Akbar's tomb located?
ExplanationAkbar's tomb is located at Sikandra, on the outskirts of Agra.
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Question 23 of 46
Which region did Akbar annex in 1591, extending Mughal control over the lower Indus region?
ExplanationAkbar annexed Sindh in 1591; Kashmir had been annexed earlier in 1586 — the two are sometimes confused in sequence.
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Question 24 of 46
What monument did Akbar build at Fatehpur Sikri to commemorate his victory in Gujarat?
ExplanationThe Buland Darwaza ('Gate of Victory') was constructed to commemorate Akbar's conquest of Gujarat in 1572.
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Question 25 of 46
Which of the following was NOT one of Akbar's 'Navratnas' (nine gems)?
ExplanationUstad Ahmad Lahori was the architect of the Taj Mahal under Shah Jahan, a later emperor, not one of Akbar's nine gems.
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Question 26 of 46
What administrative/military ranking system did Akbar introduce for his officials?
ExplanationThe Mansabdari system, assigning zat (rank) and sawar (cavalry) numbers to officials, was introduced by Akbar; the Iqta system belonged to the earlier Delhi Sultanate.
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Question 27 of 46
What administrative/military ranking system did Akbar introduce for his officials?
ExplanationThe Mansabdari system, assigning zat (rank) and sawar (cavalry) numbers to officials, was introduced by Akbar; the Iqta system belonged to the earlier Delhi Sultanate.
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Question 28 of 46
Who wrote the 'Akbarnama' and 'Ain-i-Akbari', chronicling Akbar's reign and administration?
ExplanationAbul Fazl, one of Akbar's Navratnas, authored both the Akbarnama (history) and its concluding volume, Ain-i-Akbari (administrative details).
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Question 29 of 46
At what age did Akbar ascend the Mughal throne?
ExplanationAkbar became emperor in 1556 at around 13-14 years of age, initially under the regency of Bairam Khan.
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Question 30 of 46
Which policy did Akbar adopt to strengthen ties with Rajput rulers?
ExplanationAkbar married Rajput princesses (e.g., Mariam-uz-Zamani) and appointed Rajput nobles like Man Singh and Todar Mal to high posts, integrating them into his administration.
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Question 31 of 46
In which year did Akbar abolish the Jizya tax on non-Muslim subjects?
ExplanationAkbar abolished the Jizya in 1564; it was later reimposed by Aurangzeb in 1679 — a fact commonly tested in contrast.
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Question 32 of 46
What monument did Akbar build at Fatehpur Sikri to commemorate his victory in Gujarat?
ExplanationThe Buland Darwaza ('Gate of Victory') was constructed to commemorate Akbar's conquest of Gujarat in 1572.
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Question 33 of 46
In which year did Akbar annex Bengal into the Mughal Empire?
ExplanationAkbar's conquest of Bengal (defeating the Karrani dynasty) took place around 1576.
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Question 34 of 46
Who served as Akbar's regent during the early years of his reign?
ExplanationBairam Khan acted as Akbar's regent/guardian from 1556 until he was dismissed in 1560.
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Question 35 of 46
Which Rajput fort did Akbar capture in 1568 after a prolonged siege?
ExplanationAkbar captured Chittor in 1568; Ranthambore fell the following year (1569) — these two conquests are often confused.
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Question 36 of 46
In which battle did the forces of Akbar (commanded by Raja Man Singh) fight against Rana Pratap of Mewar?
ExplanationThe Battle of Haldighati (1576) pitted Akbar's Mughal forces, led by Raja Man Singh, against Rana Pratap Singh of Mewar.
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Question 37 of 46
Which policy did Akbar adopt to strengthen ties with Rajput rulers?
ExplanationAkbar married Rajput princesses (e.g., Mariam-uz-Zamani) and appointed Rajput nobles like Man Singh and Todar Mal to high posts, integrating them into his administration.
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Question 38 of 46
Which famous musician was a prominent member of Akbar's court?
ExplanationTansen, one of the Navratnas, was Akbar's most celebrated court musician.
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Question 39 of 46
In which battle did Akbar's forces defeat Hemu (Hemchandra Vikramaditya)?
ExplanationThe Second Battle of Panipat (1556) should not be confused with the First Battle of Panipat (1526), fought by Babur.
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Question 40 of 46
In which battle did the forces of Akbar (commanded by Raja Man Singh) fight against Rana Pratap of Mewar?
ExplanationThe Battle of Haldighati (1576) pitted Akbar's Mughal forces, led by Raja Man Singh, against Rana Pratap Singh of Mewar.
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Question 41 of 46
What was the 'Ibadat Khana' established by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri?
ExplanationThe Ibadat Khana hosted religious debates among scholars of Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, Zoroastrianism, and Jainism.
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Question 42 of 46
In which year did Akbar die?
ExplanationAkbar died in 1605, after a reign of nearly 49 years.
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Question 43 of 46
Who is credited with devising Akbar's land revenue system based on a ten-year average of production and prices?
ExplanationRaja Todar Mal devised the Zabt (or Dahsala) revenue system for Akbar's empire.
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Question 44 of 46
Who served as Akbar's regent during the early years of his reign?
ExplanationBairam Khan acted as Akbar's regent/guardian from 1556 until he was dismissed in 1560.
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Question 45 of 46
Which of the following was NOT one of Akbar's 'Navratnas' (nine gems)?
ExplanationUstad Ahmad Lahori was the architect of the Taj Mahal under Shah Jahan, a later emperor, not one of Akbar's nine gems.
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Question 46 of 46
What was the 'Ibadat Khana' established by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri?
ExplanationThe Ibadat Khana hosted religious debates among scholars of Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, Zoroastrianism, and Jainism.
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