Question

the ruler who was best known for defending religious freedom and promoting tolerance was akbar. babur. mehmed ii. aurangzeb.

Explanation:

Akbar, the Mughal emperor, is renowned for his policies of religious tolerance, including abolishing the jizya tax on non - Muslims and promoting inter - religious dialogue. Babur was more focused on establishing the Mughal empire. Mehmed II was a Ottoman ruler known for conquering Constantinople. Aurangzeb was known for his orthodox Islamic policies and lack of religious tolerance.

Answer:

A. Akbar