WBCS.LIVE practice question

Military commanders in Akbar’s empire were called _______________.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Faujdars
  2. Bakhshis
  3. Kotwals
  4. Diwans

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Faujdars

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Faujdars. In Akbar’s administration, Faujdars were the military commanders responsible for maintaining law and order and suppressing rebellions in their assigned territories. They also supervised the police and military forces in their jurisdictions.