Consider the following statements:

  1. In the revenue administration of Delhi Sultanate, the in-charge of revenue collection was known as ‘Amil’.
  2. The lqta system of Sultans of Delhi was an ancient indigenous institution.
  3. The office of ‘Mir Bakshi’ came into existence during the reign of Khalji Sultans of Delhi.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[UPSC Civil Services Exam – 2019 Prelims]

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3


Answer: (a)

Explanation:

  • Amils:
    • Function: Collecting revenue during the sultanate era in North India
    • Akbar’s directive: Extend loans to peasants in times of need and encourage them to show high-quality seeds
    • Conclusion: Statement 1 is correct
  • Mir Bakshi:
    • Origin: Came into existence during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar
    • Role: Head of Mughal army responsible for maintaining soldier records, salaries, promotions, and appointments; distribution of grants, lands, and rewards based on performance
    • History: First appointed by Akbar in 1574; office existed until the decline of Mughal Empire in the 18th century
    • Conclusion: Statement 3 is not correct
  • Iqta System:
    • Description: Land of empire divided into large and small tracts called Iqta and assigned to soldiers, officers, and nobles
    • Origin: Introduced by Delhi sultans; originally of Central Asian and West Asian origin, not an ancient indigenous institution
    • Conclusion: Statement 2 is not correct

Therefore, option (a) is the correct answer.

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