🏛️ History & Art-CultureUPSC 1997Dynasties of Central India

Head of the military department under the recognised central machinery of administration during Akbar’s reign was:

a​Diwan ​
b​Mir Bakshi
c​Mir Saman ​
d​Bakshi
✓ Correct answer: b) ​Mir Bakshi
ExplanationThe Mir Bakshi was a pivotal figure in the military administration under Akbar’s reign.They managed the recruitment, organization, and payment of the army.Additionally, they supervised military campaigns and oversaw overall military affairs.Diwan was the head of the revenue department in the provinces and oversaw revenue and finance.Mir Saman was in charge of the imperial household.He was responsible for managing the purchase and procurement of goods and supplies for the royal household, including furniture, clothing, and other necessities.Bakshi was head of the military department at provincial level.90

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