Question

Who was the powerful governor of Bengal?
(a) Sa’adat Khan
(b) Murshid Quli Khan
(c) Asaf Jah
(d) Alivardi Khan

Answer 1

Answer:

B) Murshid Quli Khan was the powerful governor of Bengal.

Explanation:

• Bengal gradually broke free from Mughal rule under Murshid Quli Khan. He was named as the province's naib, or deputy governor.
• Despite never having been a formal subadar, Murshid Quli Khan soon took all of the power that came with the position.
• He quickly rose through the ranks of the state's revenue administration.
• He relocated all Mughal jagirdars to Orissa and ordered a comprehensive re-assessment of Bengal's income in order to minimise Mughal power in Bengal.
• All zamindars were required to collect revenue in cash and were held to a high standard.

Answer 2

the powerful governor of Bengal was  Murshid Quli Khan.

• he was also known as Mohammad Hadi.
• he was the first ever Nawab of Bengal who ruled during 1717 to 1727.
• he became the most powerful governor of bengal as he handled the revenue and administrative system.
• he was appointed as the governor by Aurangzeb due to his revenue collection proficiency.