Who wrote the three-volume history of Akbar’s reign?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Abul Fazl -
Abul Fazl was one of the nine jewels (Navratnas) of Emperor Akbar and his close friend. On Akbar's orders, he wrote the official history of his reign, known as the Akbarnama.
The Three Volumes of the Akbarnama:
The Akbarnama is divided into three main parts, or "volumes," which are the most important sources for understanding the history of the Mughal period:
The First Volume: Contains the history of Akbar's ancestors (from Timur to Humayun) and details of Akbar's birth.
The Second Volume: Contains the major events and battles of Akbar's reign (from his accession to the 46th year of his reign).
The Third Volume (Ain-i-Akbari): This is the most famous part. It contains detailed descriptions of Akbar's administration, army, revenue, geography, and Indian traditions.