Question
Download Solution PDFWho among the following Garhwal prince was appointed Mansabdar in the Mughal Court?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is option 1.
Key Points
- Medini Shah, a ruler of the Garhwal kingdom, was indeed appointed as a Mansabdar in the Mughal court. Hence, option 1 is correct.
- This appointment was part of the Mughal policy of incorporating regional rulers into the imperial administrative structure to maintain political stability and ensure loyalty.
- Being a Mansabdar meant Medini Shah was assigned a rank and military responsibility, recognizing his authority and granting him a formal position within the Mughal hierarchy.
Additional Information
- The Mansabdari system, established by Akbar, was used to rank nobles based on their military capacity and administrative responsibilities.
- By including local kings like Medini Shah, the Mughal Empire extended its influence into the Himalayan and frontier regions such as Garhwal.
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