SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 26

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q26

Who authored ‘Akbarnama’?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Abul Fazl

  • Abul Fazl was the author of Akbarnama.
  • It is the official history of Akbar's reign in 3 volumes.
  • This book gives the history of Akbar's forefathers from Timur to Humayun and Akbar's reign till 1602 AD.
  • Abul Fazl was one of the nine jewels in the royal court of Akbar.