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Which of the following was a feature of Akbar’s policy of religious tolerance?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 7 · History · The Mughal Empire
  1. He prohibited all non‑Muslim religious practices.
  2. He introduced the policy of ‘Sulh‑e‑kul’ meaning universal peace.
  3. He forced conversion of Hindus to Islam.
  4. He established a single state religion.
Answer
He introduced the policy of ‘Sulh‑e‑kul’ meaning universal peace.

The correct answer is He introduced the policy of ‘Sulh‑e‑kul’ meaning universal peace. — Step 4: Choose the option that correctly states this policy.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Step 1: Identify the policy that represents religious tolerance, because the question asks about a feature of Akbar’s policy.
  2. Step 2: Recall that Akbar introduced ‘Sulh‑e‑kul’, meaning universal peace, which allowed people of all religions to practice freely.
  3. Step 3: Match this policy to the options provided.
  4. Step 4: Choose the option that correctly states this policy.
Common mistake: Confusing Sulh‑e‑kul with prohibition of non‑Muslim practices

Concept tested: Religious tolerance under Akbar

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