SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 76

SSC CHSL - 21 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q76

Who was the revenue minister of Akbar?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

Correct Answer:
Raja Todar Mal

Explanation:
During the reign of Akbar, Raja Todar Mal served as the finance (revenue) minister. He introduced major reforms in the land revenue system and implemented the Dahsala System, which made tax collection more systematic and efficient.

Key Points:
• Ruler: Akbar
• Minister: Raja Todar Mal
• Position: Finance/Revenue Minister
• Major Contribution: Dahsala System
• Area: Land revenue reforms

Additional Facts:
• Raja Todar Mal was one of the Navratnas in Akbar’s court.
• His system continued to be used for a long time.
• He introduced accurate methods of land measurement.

Important Exam Questions:

Who was the finance minister of Akbar?
Answer: Raja Todar Mal

Who implemented the Dahsala System?
Answer: Todar Mal

Todar Mal served in whose court?
Answer: Akbar

What is Todar Mal famous for?
Answer: Revenue reforms