Multiple choice

Towards the end of Akbar's reign, who dominated his nobility holding ranks of 500 zat and above?

  1. Rajputs and other Hindus

  2. Shaikhzadas

  3. Turanis

  4. Iranis
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Explanation

Towards the end of Akbar's reign, the Turanis (Turks from Central Asia) dominated the higher nobility ranks of 500 zat and above. While Rajputs were numerous in the nobility, the highest ranks were predominantly held by Turanis, Iranis, and Shaikhzadas. This reflects the continued influence of established Muslim noble families.

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