Akbar’s search for knowledge and his religious policies (OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project)): Quizzes
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Which religions did Akbar show curiosity in during his search for knowledge?
Which religions did Akbar show curiosity in during his search for knowledge?
Hinduism, Islam, Zoroastrianism, Jainism, Christianity
What were the four foundations of Akbar's religious policy?
What were the four foundations of Akbar's religious policy?
Amity, equity, kindness, tolerance
What is Jizya?
What is Jizya?
A tax on permanent non-Muslim subjects
Which Hindu texts were translated from Sanskrit to Persian?
Which Hindu texts were translated from Sanskrit to Persian?
Vedas, Ramayana, Gita, Mahabharata
What was Din-i-Ilahi?
What was Din-i-Ilahi?
A new religion based on all religions
What were Akbar's Navaratna?
What were Akbar's Navaratna?
Nine gems who served as his advisors
What positions did Akbar give to Hindus?
What positions did Akbar give to Hindus?
High civil and military positions
Why did Akbar prohibit the slaughter of cows?
Why did Akbar prohibit the slaughter of cows?
Cows were sacred to Hindus
What was established to promote major scriptures?
What was established to promote major scriptures?
A Translation Bureau
Which Mughal emperor was Akbar?
Which Mughal emperor was Akbar?
Third Mughal emperor