The 'Jaziya' was abolished by Akbar but reimposed by Aurangzeb. Which of the following taxes was also imposed on non-Muslims? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Jaziya' was abolished by Akbar but reimposed by Aurangzeb. Which of the following taxes was also imposed on non-Muslims?

A. Zakat

B. Both

C. Kharaj

D. None

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Zakat and Kharaj were taxes also levied on non-Muslims, though the terms sometimes overlapped. Kharaj was land revenue.

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The historic silver coin called the 'Tanka' and the copper coin called the 'Jital' were systematically institutionalized by which early Delhi ruler?

A. Qutb-ud-din Aibak

B. Ghiyasuddin Balban

C. Razia Sultana

D. Shamsuddin Iltutmish

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Sultan Iltutmish introduced the pure Arabic coinage system in India, standardizing the silver 'Tanka' (weighing 175 grains) and the copper 'Jital'.

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The historic fort of Purana Qila in Delhi, featuring massive stone gateways, was built on the old site of Indraprastha by which ruler?

A. Humayun and Sher Shah Suri

B. Akbar

C. Babur

D. Shah Jahan

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Humayun began building the city of Dinpanah on the site, but after defeating him, Sher Shah Suri expanded the fortifications and renamed the citadel Shergarh, creating the Purana Qila seen today.

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