Previous year MCQs

Medieval History UPPSC 1995 GS-I
Question

Which of the following was awarded with the honour of "zari qalam" by King Akbar?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Mohammad Husain

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Mohammad Husain”.

Muhammad Husayn was awarded the honor of "Zari Qalam" by King Akbar.

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