UPSC History The Mughal Empire Question Bank Mughal Period / Sur Dynasty

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    What was the name of the rectangular silver coin during Akbar s reign?

    A)  Rupiyah

    B)  Mohur

    C)  Dinar

    D)  Jalali

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     The mints during Akbar's time issued gold, silver and copper coins. The silver coin during the Mughal rule of Akbar known as rupee was round in shape. The weight of the silver coins of Akbar was 172 grains. Akbar also issued a square-shaped rupee coins called Jalali. The rupee had its one-half, one-fourth, one-eighth, one-sixteenth and one-twentieth pieces.


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