Q. Under the Mughal rule the Chief Minister was known as
✅ Correct Answer: (B)
Vakil
Explanation:
Under Mughal rule, the Vakil was the Chief Minister or Prime Minister of the empire, particularly during the early phase of the Mughal dynasty. The Vakil acted as the emperor’s deputy and was responsible for the overall administration of the empire.
Here's what the other options refer to:
- (A) Diwan – In charge of revenue and finance, not the overall administration.
- (C) Kazi – A judge who handled judicial matters and Islamic law.
- (D) Mansabdar – A rank holder or officer in the Mughal military-bureaucratic system, not a minister.
Correct Answer: (B) Vakil ✅
Explanation by: Mr. Dubey
Under Mughal rule, the Vakil was the Chief Minister or Prime Minister of the empire, particularly during the early phase of the Mughal dynasty. The Vakil acted as the emperor’s deputy and was responsible for the overall administration of the empire.
Here's what the other options refer to:
- (A) Diwan – In charge of revenue and finance, not the overall administration.
- (C) Kazi – A judge who handled judicial matters and Islamic law.
- (D) Mansabdar – A rank holder or officer in the Mughal military-bureaucratic system, not a minister.
Correct Answer: (B) Vakil ✅