Understanding Akbar and Indian Classical Music

What was the initial opinion of the boy about the music?

• He was indifferent.

• He loved it.

• He thought it was boring.

• He found it exciting.

Who was a great patron of Indian classical music?

• Emperor Aurangzeb

• Emperor Shah Jahan

• Emperor Jahangir

• Emperor Akbar

What is the Akbar Nama?

• A religious text

• A type of dance

• A historical book

• A musical instrument

Who wrote the Akbar Nama?

• Birbal

• Abul Fazl

• Tansen

• Raja Todar Mal

What was Akbar's idea to promote religious harmony?

• Jizya tax

• Sulk or universal peace

• Mansabdari system

• Din-i Ilahi

Which religions were present during Akbar's reign?

• Only Christians and Zoroastrians

• Only Hindus and Muslims

• Only Hindus and Christians

• Hindus, Muslims, Christians, and Zoroastrians

What was the role of a Subadar in the Mughal Empire?

• Military and political head of a province

• Religious leader

• Financial officer

• Cultural ambassador

Who assisted the Subadar in administration?

• Only the Kotwal

• Only the Bakshi

• Only the Diwan

• Bakshi, Sadar, and Kotwal

What was the role of the Diwan in the Mughal administration?

• Financial officer

• Cultural ambassador

• Religious leader

• Military commander

What was the main theme of the discussion between JC and the musical instruments?

• The evolution of modern music

• The greatness of rock music

• The importance of Indian classical music and Akbar's reign

• The history of Western classical music