The mansabdari system, which once strengthened the Mughal Empire, eventually contributed to its downfall. Discuss the merits and demerits of the mansabdari system in this context.
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Topic: Early Medieval Period
Topic: Early Medieval Period
Q2. The mansabdari system, which once strengthened the Mughal Empire, eventually contributed to its downfall. Discuss the merits and demerits of the mansabdari system in this context. 15M
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights Ias
Why the question: The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2025 Secure timetable. Key Demand of the question: To discuss the merits and demerits of the Mansabdari system, analyzing how it initially strengthened the Mughal Empire but eventually contributed to its downfall. Structure of the Answer: Introduction: Begin by briefly explaining the Mansabdari system, introduced by Akbar, as a unique administrative and military organization of the Mughal Empire. Body: Firstly, mention the merits of mansabdari system – administrative efficiency, military organisation, revenue generation, inclusivity and flexibility. Also mention its role in strengthening Mughal empire. In second part, write the demerits of mansabdari system- Economic Strain and Corruption, Jagirdari Crisis, Lack of Hereditary Tenure, Military Weakness in Later Years, etc. Mention how these demerits contributed to decline of Mughal empire. Conclusion: Conclude by suggesting that the decline of the Mansabdari system highlights the challenges of maintaining a large and diverse empire without continuous reforms and effective governance.
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1 and mentioned as part of Mission-2025 Secure timetable.
Key Demand of the question:
To discuss the merits and demerits of the Mansabdari system, analyzing how it initially strengthened the Mughal Empire but eventually contributed to its downfall.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction:
Begin by briefly explaining the Mansabdari system, introduced by Akbar, as a unique administrative and military organization of the Mughal Empire.
• Firstly, mention the merits of mansabdari system – administrative efficiency, military organisation, revenue generation, inclusivity and flexibility. Also mention its role in strengthening Mughal empire.
• In second part, write the demerits of mansabdari system- Economic Strain and Corruption, Jagirdari Crisis, Lack of Hereditary Tenure, Military Weakness in Later Years, etc. Mention how these demerits contributed to decline of Mughal empire.
Conclusion:
Conclude by suggesting that the decline of the Mansabdari system highlights the challenges of maintaining a large and diverse empire without continuous reforms and effective governance.