Question
Download Solution PDFConsider the following statements with reference to Bairam Khan:
1. Akbar gave the title of Khan-i-Khana to Bairam Khan.
2. This title was not given at the time of appointment of Bairam Khan as Vazir of Empire.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is option 2
Key Points
- Akbar gave the title of Khan-i-Khanan to Bairam Khan → Correct
- Akbar conferred the title "Khan-i-Khanan" upon Bairam Khan in recognition of his service as a loyal general and regent.
- Bairam Khan played a crucial role in consolidating Akbar’s rule, particularly in the Second Battle of Panipat (1556) against Hemu.
- This title was not given at the time of appointment of Bairam Khan as Vazir of the Empire → Incorrect
- The title "Khan-i-Khanan" was conferred upon Bairam Khan at the time of his appointment as Vazir (Prime Minister) of the Mughal Empire.
- After Humayun's death in 1556, Bairam Khan served as the regent for the young Akbar and was honored with the title.
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Hence, Option 2) Only 1 is correct.
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