The 'Ibadat Khana' (House of Worship) was built by Akbar at Fatehpur Sikri in 1575 primarily to serve what purpose?
A. A private residential chamber for the royal family
B. A hall to hold religious debates and discussions with theologians of various faiths
C. A distribution center for charitable endowments
D. A military strategic planning room
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Akbar established the Ibadat Khana to bring together theologians, scholars, and religious leaders from Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, Jainism, and Zoroastrianism to discuss spirituality.
Who was the first Peshwa (Prime Minister) who transformed the office into a powerful hereditary position, shifting real power away from the Chhatrapati?
Explanation:
Appointed by Chhatrapati Shahu in 1713, Balaji Vishwanath stabilized the Maratha empire and made the Peshwaship the de facto ruling authority in Pune.
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