Question

which statement best explains the religious policies of akbar the great?
a. akbar forced the shia population to convert to sunni islam within the mughal empire.
b. akbar abolished taxes on non-muslims and allowed them to worship their own religions.
c. akbar made sikhism the state religion of the mughal empire but tolerated other religions.
d. akbar established taxes on non-muslims and forced hindus to convert to islam.

Explanation:

Akbar the Great abolished the jizya (tax on non - Muslims) and promoted religious tolerance. Option A is incorrect as he did not force Shia to convert. Option C is wrong as he did not make Sikhism the state religion. Option D is incorrect as he did not force Hindus to convert. Option B aligns with his policies of abolishing taxes on non - Muslims and allowing religious worship.

Answer:

B. Akbar abolished taxes on non - Muslims and allowed them to worship their own religions.