Mughal Administration Quiz

What was the administrative structure of the Mughal Empire?

• The administrative structure of the Mughal Empire was decentralized and egalitarian.

• The administrative structure of the Mughal Empire was non-existent.

• The administrative structure of the Mughal Empire was democratic and participatory.

• The administrative structure of the Mughal Empire was centralized and hierarchical.

Who was responsible for the revenue collection in the Mughal Empire?

• General

• Emperor

• Prime Minister

• Diwan

What was the main source of revenue for the Mughal Empire?

• foreign aid

• taxes

• land revenue

• trade

Who was the head of the Mughal military organization?

• Mir Bakshi

• Jahangir

• Aurangzeb

• Akbar

What were the land grants given by the Mughal Empire called?

• Zamindars

• Rajas

• Jagirs

• Sultans

What was the purpose of Mughal land grants?

• Reward loyalty, maintain control over territories, and ensure revenue collection

• Promote economic development, establish trade routes, and encourage cultural exchange

• Punish disloyalty, suppress rebellions, and expand the empire's territory

• Provide social welfare, support religious institutions, and promote education

What was the taxation system in the Mughal Empire based on?

• Jizya or poll tax

• Income tax on individuals

• Tariff on imported goods

• Zabt or Zamindari

Who was responsible for collecting taxes in the Mughal Empire?

• Diwan

• Prime Minister

• Emperor

• General

What were the different types of taxes in the Mughal Empire?

• land revenue, customs duties, jizya

• sales tax

• property tax

• income tax

How did the Mughal Empire use the revenue collected from taxes?

• The Mughal Empire used the revenue collected from taxes for various purposes such as funding the military, building infrastructure, supporting the arts and culture, and maintaining the royal court.

• The Mughal Empire used the revenue collected from taxes to hoard wealth and enrich the royal family.

• The Mughal Empire used the revenue collected from taxes to provide healthcare and education to the citizens.

• The Mughal Empire used the revenue collected from taxes to expand their territory and conquer new lands.