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Kings And Chronicles : The Mughal Courts

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Who wrote the ‘Akbarnama? Describe its content in brief.

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The Akbarnama was written by Abul Fazl.

The content of Akbarnama in brief:

(i) The author of the Akbarnama, Abul Fazl grew up in the Mughal capital of Agra. He was widely read in Arabic, Persian, Greek philosophy and Sufism. Moreover he was a forceful debater and independent thinker who consistently opposed the views of the conservative ulema. These qualities impressed Akbar, who found Abul Fazl ideally suited as an adviser and a spokesperson for his policies.

(ii)    Beginning in 1589, Abul Fazl worked on the Akbarnama for thirteen years, repeatedly revising the draft. The chronicle is based on a range of sources, including actual records of events (waqai), official documents and oral testimonies of knowledgeable persons.

(iii)    The Akbarnama is divided into three books of which the first two are chronicles. The third book is the Ain-i-Akbari. The first volume contains the history of mankind from Adam to one celestial cycle of Akbar’s life (30 years).

Some More Questions From Kings And Chronicles : The Mughal Courts Chapter

Discuss, with examples, the distinctive features of Mughal chronicles.

To what extent do you think the visual material presented in this chapter corresponds with Abu’l Fazl’s description of the taswir (Source 1)?

What were the distinctive features of the Mughal nobility? How was their relationship with the emperor shaped?

Identify the elements that went into the making of the Mughal ideal of kingship.

Find out more about any one Mughal chronicle. Prepare a report describing the author, and the language, style and content of the text. Describe at
least two visuals used to illustrate the chronicle of your choice, focusing on the symbols used to indicate the power of the emperor.

Prepare a report comparing the present-day system of government with the Mughal court and administration, focusing on ideals of rulership, court rituals, and means of recruitment into the imperial service, highlighting the similarities and differences that you notice.

Why did Akbar abolish the pilgrimage tax? Give two reasons.

Mention the significance of Sijda in the Mughal court.

What was the form of greeting an ambassador was expected to offer while being presented before the Mughal emperor?

Mention the main objective of Akbar behind Jharokc Darshan.

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