In the Mansabdari system, the dual ranks of 'Zat' and 'Sawar' denoted exactly what? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In the Mansabdari system, the dual ranks of 'Zat' and 'Sawar' denoted exactly what?
A. Zat was cash salary; Sawar was land grant
B. Zat fixed the personal status and salary; Sawar indicated the number of cavalrymen to maintain
C. Zat was infantry rank; Sawar was artillery rank
D. Zat represented provincial rank; Sawar represented court rank
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The 'Zat' rank determined an official's personal status and base salary, while the 'Sawar' rank dictated how many armed horsemen he was required to maintain for state service.
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