GS PrelimsHistory (Medieval India)Mughals1998

Consider the following statements: Ahadis were those troopers who 1. offered their services singly. 2. did not attach themselves to any chief. 3. had the emperor as their immediate colonel. 4. attached themselves to Mirzas. Of these statements:

A

I, III and IV are correct

B

I, II and III are correct

C

II and III are correct

D

I and IV are correct

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. Ahadis were a special category of gentlemen troopers in the Mughal army, directly recruited and maintained by the emperor. 2. Statement 1: They offered their services singly, rather than being part of a contingent under a Mansabdar (chief). (Correct) 3. Statement 2: They did not attach themselves to any chief (Mansabdar). (Correct) 4. Statement 3: They had the emperor as their immediate colonel or commander. (Correct) 5. Statement 4: They were distinct from troopers serving under nobles like Mirzas; their loyalty and service were directly to the emperor. (Incorrect) Therefore, statements I, II, and III are correct.

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