Which of the following statements about `Mughal Mansab` system are correct? 1. `Zat` rank was an indicator of a Mansabdar`s position in the imperial hierarchy and the salary of the Mansabdar. 2. `Sawar` rank indicated the number of horsemen the Mansabdar

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Q: (CDS-I/2020)

Which of the following statements about 'Mughal Mansab' system are correct?
1. 'Zat' rank was an indicator of a Mansabdar's position in the imperial hierarchy and the salary of the Mansabdar.
2. 'Sawar' rank indicated the number of horsemen the Mansabdar was required to maintain.
3. In the seventeenth century, Mansabdars holding 1000 or above 'Sawar' rank were designated as nobles (Umara).
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History

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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Explanation:

The `Mughal Mansab` system was a grading system used by the Mughal Empire to determine a Mansabdar`s rank and responsibilities.

1. The `Zat` rank was indeed an indicator of a Mansabdar`s position in the imperial hierarchy and was also used in determining the salary of the Mansabdar. This statement is correct.

2. The `Sawar` rank indicated the number of horsemen a Mansabdar was required to maintain. This was a direct reflection on his military responsibilities under the established Mughal hierarchy. This statement is also correct.

3. During the seventeenth century, Mansabdars who held a `Sawar` rank of 1000 or above were recognized as nobles, or `Umara.` This promotion further elevated their position and responsibilities in the imperial hierarchy. This statement is correct as well.

So, option 4, which suggests all statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct, is indeed the right answer.