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प्रश्न
Mention any two steps taken by Akbar to promote better understanding between the Hindus and the Muslims.
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उत्तर
Akbar took the following measures to promote greater understanding between the Hindus and Muslims
- Akbar abolished the poll tax or jizyah, which the non-muslims were required to pay. He abolished the pilgrim tax on bathing at holy places such as Prayag and Benaras.
- He involved a number of Hindus into the nobility. Most of these were Rajput Rajas who entered into matrimonial alliances with Akbar. Mansabs were given to others on the basis of their competence.
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