The AkbarNama, a significant work of Mughal literature, offers an in-depth look at Emperor Akbar's rule, capturing the socio-political and cultural landscape of 16th-century India. Authored by Abul Fazl, it includes the Ain-e-Akbari, which details the empire's administration and governance. This text is crucial for understanding Mughal history, administration, and Akbar's policy of religious tolerance, Sulh-i-Kul, which underscores his progressive leadership.
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Abul Fazl's AkbarNama was commissioned by Emperor Akbar to chronicle his reign and promote his philosophies
Three Volumes
The AkbarNama is divided into three volumes, with the third volume, the Ain-e-Akbari, serving as an exhaustive treatise on the Mughal Empire's administration, economy, society, culture, and geography
Detailed Accounts
The AkbarNama provides detailed accounts of Akbar's genealogy, rule, and policies, including direct accounts of military campaigns and governance
The AkbarNama is a cornerstone in the field of historical research, offering a primary source for the study of medieval Indian history and providing insights into Mughal administration, governance, and societal values
The Ain-e-Akbari is acclaimed for its meticulous depiction of the Mughal administrative framework, including details on governance, military organization, fiscal systems, geography, and customs
Dahsala System
The Ain-e-Akbari details Akbar's innovative taxation system, the Dahsala System, which calculated taxes based on crop yield and market prices over a ten-year period
Religious Tolerance
The Ain-e-Akbari reflects Akbar's policy of religious tolerance, Sulh-i-Kul, which promoted amity among diverse religious communities and was a cornerstone of his governance
The Ain-e-Akbari's detailed descriptions of cultural practices and societal norms are of great value to cultural anthropologists and sociologists, while its records of diplomatic and military strategies are informative for the fields of international relations and military history
The English translation of the AkbarNama by Henry Beveridge has facilitated the dissemination of this historical masterpiece to a worldwide audience, transcending cultural and linguistic barriers
The AkbarNama's quotations and narratives provide profound insights into Akbar's leadership and values, including his diplomatic stance and advocacy for peace as a cornerstone of national prosperity
The AkbarNama's comprehensive accounts and enduring quotations continue to impart wisdom across generations, rendering it an invaluable resource for those studying the complexities of Mughal history and its enduring influence on governance and cultural studies
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Written in the ______ century by Abul Fazl, the ______ is divided into three parts, with the Ain-e-Akbari focusing on the empire's governance and culture.
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AkbarNama
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AkbarNama's author's court position
Abul Fazl was one of the nine gems in Emperor Akbar's court.
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Duration of AkbarNama's compilation
The compilation of the AkbarNama took over a decade.
