Question

2. Name the taxes that were banned by Akbar but reinforced by Aurangzeb. Why
do you think they were reimposed? State your opinion.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

To promote the tenets of Islam and to ensure that the people led their lives accordingly.

(ii) To adopt anti-Hindu measures.

Answer 2

Answer:

The Jaziya tax.

Explanation:

It was abolished by Akbar as Jaziya was levied on non Muslims, which he found to be partial and unethical. Aurangzeb re imposed Jaziya because of his devotion towards Islam.