The Mansabdari system of the Mughals was a complex system. Its efficient functioning depended upon : 1. The practice of offering the title of Mansabdar to military personnel only 2. Proper functioning of the dagh (branding) system 3. Proper functioning of

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Q: 89 (CDS-II/2013)
The Mansabdari system of the Mughals was a complex system. Its efficient functioning depended upon :
1. The practice of offering the title of ‘Mansabdar’ to military personnel only
2. Proper functioning of the dagh (branding) system
3. Proper functioning of the jagirdari system

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CDS-II

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The Mansabdari system of the Mughals was indeed a complex system, and its efficient functioning depended on multiple factors. Let`s analyze each option to understand their role in the system:

Option 1: The practice of offering the title of `Mansabdar` to military personnel only. This option suggests that only military personnel were given the title of `Mansabdar.` This is an accurate statement as the Mansabdari system was primarily a military administration system. Mansabdars were given ranks or `mansabs` based on their military skills and were responsible for maintaining and leading troops. Therefore, this option is correct.

Option 2: Proper functioning of the dagh (branding) system. The dagh system involved branding horses to determine their quality and value. While the dagh system was indeed a part of the Mughal administration, it was not directly related to the functioning of the Mansabdari system. Therefore, this option is not correct.

Option 3: Proper functioning of the jagirdari system. The jagirdari system was a key component of the Mughal revenue administration. Jagirdars were given land grants known as jagirs, and they collected revenue from the assigned territory. Although the jagirdari system was separate