{"id":12977,"date":"2023-10-18T11:55:33","date_gmt":"2023-10-18T11:55:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=12977"},"modified":"2023-10-18T11:55:35","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T11:55:35","slug":"history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"History Optional Topic &#8211; Wise Previous Year Questions in UPSC Mains: Akbar (2013-2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Delving into history, particularly the Mughal era, is like embarking on an exciting voyage through the annals of time. It is a journey that has captured the fascination of many, and for UPSC Civil Services aspirants, it&#8217;s an integral part of the preparation for the Mains examination. Among the multifarious subjects one can choose, &#8220;History&#8221; has always been a popular choice. In this blog series, we&#8217;ll be focusing on the History optional subject-wise previous year questions asked in UPSC Mains, offering you a closer look at how this subject has been tested over the past decade. Our inaugural stop in this series is the illustrious Akbar, an emperor whose reign was marked by innovation, diplomacy, and cultural synthesis. From 2013 to 2023, we&#8217;ll examine the questions posed, allowing you to unravel the multifaceted aspects of Akbar&#8217;s rule, his policies, and their historical significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Akbar, often referred to as Akbar the Great, is a central figure in Indian history. His reign was characterized by remarkable administrative reforms, religious tolerance, and a profound appreciation for art and culture. In this series, we will be unearthing the questions that the UPSC Mains examination has posed about Akbar&#8217;s rule. By scrutinizing these questions, analyzing the themes they encompass, and exploring potential approaches to answering them, you&#8217;ll gain a deeper understanding of Akbar&#8217;s significance in Indian history. Whether you&#8217;re an UPSC aspirant with History as your optional subject or simply a history enthusiast, this blog series will serve as a valuable resource to enhance your knowledge and preparation. So, join us on this captivating journey as we traverse through a decade of UPSC Mains questions, unveiling the intricacies of Akbar&#8217;s reign. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e62b87c3c81\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e62b87c3c81\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Akbar_History_%E2%80%93_Previous_Year_Questions_UPSC_CSE_Mains_History_Optional\" title=\"Akbar History &#8211; Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains History Optional)\">Akbar History &#8211; Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains History Optional)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#FAQs_on_Akbar_History\" title=\"FAQs on Akbar History\">FAQs on Akbar History<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_Who_was_Akbars_most_famous_spouse\" title=\"Q: Who was Akbar&#8217;s most famous spouse?\">Q: Who was Akbar&#8217;s most famous spouse?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_How_many_wives_did_Akbar_have\" title=\"Q: How many wives did Akbar have?\">Q: How many wives did Akbar have?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_Who_is_Akbaruddin_Owaisi\" title=\"Q: Who is Akbaruddin Owaisi?\">Q: Who is Akbaruddin Owaisi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_What_is_the_political_background_of_Akbaruddin_Owaisi\" title=\"Q: What is the political background of Akbaruddin Owaisi?\">Q: What is the political background of Akbaruddin Owaisi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_Who_was_Jodha_Bai_and_what_is_her_significance_in_Mughal_history\" title=\"Q: Who was Jodha Bai, and what is her significance in Mughal history?\">Q: Who was Jodha Bai, and what is her significance in Mughal history?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_Is_Jodha_Bai_a_well-documented_historical_figure\" title=\"Q: Is Jodha Bai a well-documented historical figure?\">Q: Is Jodha Bai a well-documented historical figure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_Where_is_Akbars_tomb_located\" title=\"Q: Where is Akbar&#8217;s tomb located?\">Q: Where is Akbar&#8217;s tomb located?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Q_What_is_the_architectural_style_of_Akbars_tomb\" title=\"Q: What is the architectural style of Akbar&#8217;s tomb?\">Q: What is the architectural style of Akbar&#8217;s tomb?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/history-optional-topic-wise-previous-year-questions-in-upsc-mains-akbar-2013-2023\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Akbar_History_%E2%80%93_Previous_Year_Questions_UPSC_CSE_Mains_History_Optional\"><\/span><strong>Akbar<\/strong> <strong>History<\/strong> <strong>&#8211; Previous Year Questions (UPSC CSE Mains History Optional)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Akbar Conquests and consolidation of Empire Establishment of Jaglr and Mansab systems; \u2022 Rajput policy; Evolution of religious and social outlook, theory of Sulh-i-kul and religious policy;Court patronage of art and technology<\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Bring out the main features of the MANSAB and JAGIR systems with special reference to the reign of Akbar. (1987)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. &#8216;In medieval Indian history Akbar is unique for his religiopolitical ideas and policies.\u2019 Discuss the statement and compare Akbar with Sher Shah in regard to their administrative policies and revenue administration. (1990)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Analyse the merits and demerits of the Mansabdari System. How did it work under Akbar\u2019s successors? (1993)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Highlight the catholicity of Akbar\u2019s regime with suitable examples. (1997)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. Write brief essay-Rana Pratap&#8217;s patriotism was his only offence. (1999)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Write brief essay on Mansabdari System. (2002)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Trace the evolution of the religious views of Akbar. Write a note on his policy of Sulh-i-kul. (2002)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8. Write brief essay: Was Din-i-Ilahi \u2018a monument of Akbar&#8217;s folly&#8217;? (2004)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>9. Write brief essay on Religious Tolerance of Akbar. (2006)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10. Write short essay on Implications of Akbar\u2019s notions of Sulh-i-kul. (2009)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>11. Give an estimate of Akbar as a promoter of technology. (2009)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>12. Examine the mansab and jagir system by Akbar and its subsequent failure in the 18th century. (2011)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>13. Analyze how the political process of state formation of Mewar from 10th-15th century CE was challenged in the 16th century CE by imperialist policy of Akbar. (2013)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>14. \u201cIn medieval Indian history Akbar was unique for his religio &#8211; political ideas and policies.\u201d Analyse this statement. (2015)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15. Do you think that akbar\u2019s Rajput policy was a conscious attempt to incorporate the Indian ruling elite with the Mughal Imperial System? (2017)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>16. \u201cAkbar wished to assert his strong belief in God, but his concept of the way God is to be worshipped was independent of either orthodox Islam or Hinduism\u201d. Comment. (2018)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>17. Critically analyse whether the success of the Mughals is to be credited to their robust Jagirdari and Mansabdari system. (2019)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18. Discuss with relevant illustrations the relations between Akbar and the Rajput states. (2021)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_on_Akbar_History\"><\/span>FAQs on Akbar History<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Who_was_Akbars_most_famous_spouse\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Who was Akbar&#8217;s most famous spouse?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Akbar&#8217;s most famous spouse was Mariam-uz-Zamani, also known as Harkha Bai. She was a Rajput princess and the mother of Akbar&#8217;s eldest son, Jahangir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_How_many_wives_did_Akbar_have\"><\/span>Q: <strong>How many wives did Akbar have?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Akbar had several wives throughout his life. The exact number varies in historical accounts, but he is known to have had three chief wives: Mariam-uz-Zamani, Ruqaiya Sultan Begum, and Salima Sultan Begum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Who_is_Akbaruddin_Owaisi\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Who is Akbaruddin Owaisi?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Akbaruddin Owaisi is a prominent Indian politician and Member of Parliament (MP) representing the Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency. He is a member of the All India Majlis-e-Ittehad-ul-Muslimeen (AIMIM) party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_is_the_political_background_of_Akbaruddin_Owaisi\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What is the political background of Akbaruddin Owaisi?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Akbaruddin Owaisi hails from a prominent political family in India and is known for his strong advocacy of Muslim rights and issues. He and his party have a significant influence in the state of Telangana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Who_was_Jodha_Bai_and_what_is_her_significance_in_Mughal_history\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Who was Jodha Bai, and what is her significance in Mughal history?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Jodha Bai, if she indeed existed, would have been a Rajput queen in the Mughal court, signifying Akbar&#8217;s policy of fostering ties with Rajput kingdoms. Her role and significance remain a subject of historical interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Is_Jodha_Bai_a_well-documented_historical_figure\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Is Jodha Bai a well-documented historical figure?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Jodha Bai is not well-documented in historical records, and her existence is often based on oral and folk traditions. The lack of concrete historical evidence has led to various theories about her identity and role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Where_is_Akbars_tomb_located\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Where is Akbar&#8217;s tomb located?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Akbar&#8217;s tomb, also known as the Tomb of Akbar the Great, is located in Sikandra, a suburb of Agra, India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_What_is_the_architectural_style_of_Akbars_tomb\"><\/span>Q: <strong>What is the architectural style of Akbar&#8217;s tomb?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A: Akbar&#8217;s tomb is a splendid example of Mughal architecture and features a blend of Persian and Indian architectural styles. It is a five-tiered sandstone and marble structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\"><\/span><strong>In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For UPSC Prelims Resources,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc-cse-prelims-resource-centre\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Click here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Daily Updates and Study Material:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our Telegram Channel &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/WithEdukemy4IAS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edukemy for IAS<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>1. Learn through Videos &#8211;&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/3vOD8sU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a><\/li><li>2. 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