In medieval India, Mansabdari system was introduced mainly for

1. The Mansabdari system was introduced by Mughal Emperor Akbar. 2. It was a grading system used by the Mughals to fix rank, salary, and military responsibilities. 3. 'Mansab' means rank or position. Mansabdars were holders of these ranks. 4. The rank determined the number of cavalrymen (sawar) the Mansabdar had to maintain. 5. Therefore, the system was primarily introduced for making recruitment to the army and organizing the nobility and military structure, although it also had implications for administration and revenue.