Short notes about the integration of India under the Mughals

a. The Extent:

At the time of Akbar’s death the Mughal Empire was extended from the Himalayas in the north to the Godabari in the south.

And from the Hindukush in the west to the Brahmaputra River in the east the Mughal Empire had extended.

b. Subahs:

At the time of Akbar’s death the Mughal Empire was divided into 18 subahs.

c. Integration:

Under the Mughals the process of integration was very much in force. Akbar realized that the only way the Mughal Empire’s foundation could be strengthened was the equal treatment to Hindu and Muslims.

Thus he made no distinction of man on the basis of religion. Many examples may be cited to prove his treatment towards his subjects without any distinction of class or creed.

For instance, he renounced the levy of jiziya on the non-Muslims. Collection of pilgrim tax from the Hindus was discontinued. Many such instances may be referred to.

All this served as a great cementing factor in binding the two communities, the Hindus and Muslims of India together.