INDIAN HISTORY

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who among the following Mughal rulers took measures against the practice of “Sati”?
A
Jahanagir
B
Akbar
C
Shahjahan
D
Humayun
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Who among the following Mughal rulers took measures against the practice of “Sati”? Notes: Mughal emperor Akbar is against sati.

Detailed explanation-2: -Explanation: Even though Akbar tried to abolish sati, it was not banned completely. Sati as allowed if the woman herself desired it. Akbar started the practice of Jharokadarshan which is emperor showing himself from the balcony of his palace to his subjects.

Detailed explanation-3: -Firstly, the sati system was banned by the Humayun emperor but strict laws were not implemented. Afterwards, the sati system was banned by Akbar with law enforcement.

Detailed explanation-4: -The correct answer is Akbar. ‘Sati’ of Hindu women was prohibited during the reign of Akbar.

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