Akbar’s policy of religious tolerance.

Question

With reference to the Mughal rule, state briefly:

Akbar’s policy of religious tolerance.

Answer 1

Akbar is famous for his religious tolerance. He paid respect to every religion and was reasonable for every sect of society. The abolishment of ‘Jizyh’ tax, and forcibly converting prisoners of war to Islam. In 1575, Akbar built a hall called ‘Ibadat Khana’, where religious meetings were held to discuss about various religions.