History & Civics
Give a brief account of Rajput Policy of Akbar.
Mughal Empire
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Akbar’s Rajput Policy aimed to win the loyalty of Rajput rulers for the stability of his empire.
- Political Alliances: Akbar married Rajput princesses, such as Harka Bai, to strengthen political ties. He also appointed Rajputs to high positions, like Bhagwan Das and Man Singh.
- Religious Tolerance: Akbar abolished the Pilgrimage Tax (1563) and Jizyah (1564), promoting religious tolerance and offering freedom to his Hindu wives.
- Flexible Alliances: Akbar did not insist on matrimonial alliances for political relations, as seen with the Hadas of Ranthambhor and Rao Surjan Hada.
- Suzerainty: After the conquest of Chittor, many Rajput rulers accepted Mughal suzerainty, except Mewar.
- Integration into Mughal Service: Rajput rulers were treated equally with Mughal nobles and inducted into Mughal service.
Through these policies, Akbar successfully secured Rajput loyalty and integrated them into his empire.
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