Question

The Ain-i-Akbari is made up of five books. The first book is called

• A. Qila
• B. Sipah-Abadi
• C. Manzil Abadi
• D. Mulk Abadi

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Manzil Abadi

The Ain-i-Akbari (written by Abul Fazl) is the third volume of the Akbarnama and is divided into five main books:

1. First Book — Manzil-abadi: Focuses on the imperial household, court etiquette, the royal mint, harem, kitchen, and its maintenance.

2. Second Book — Sipah-abadi: Deals with the servants of the emperor, military and civil services, and court attendants (Mansabdari system).

3. Third Book — Mulk-abadi: Focuses on the fiscal administration, judicial and executive departments, land survey, and revenue collection.

4. Fourth Book: Details Hindu philosophy, science, social conditions, law, and literature.

5. Fifth Book: Contains moral sayings, observations, and wisdom of Emperor Akbar, as well as an account of the author’s life.