Who were 'Jagirdars' during the reign of Akbar?
A
Large estate owners
B
Officials of state who were given jagir in place of cash pay
C
Revenue collectors
D
Autonomous rulers under Akbar
Correct Answer: Large estate owners
This feudal system of land ownership is referred to as the jagirdar system. The system was introduced by the Sultans of Delhi from the 13th century onwards, was later adopted by the Mughal Empire, and continued under the British East India Company.