Articles on Akbar Religious Policy
Buland Darwāza of Fatehpur Sikri
By S. K. Banerjee · The Indian Historical Quarterly
The Buland Darwaza in Fatehpur Sikri, constructed in 1602 A.D. by Emperor Akbar, serves as a monumental gateway and a testament to his reign. It commemorates Akbar's victory over the Deccan and Dandes (Khandes) in 1599, renaming the region to honor his son,…
Akbar’s Religious Policy
By Sri Ram Sharma · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1937
Akbar's religious policy was characterized by administrative reforms and intellectual patronage. He introduced the *Ilahi* solar calendar in 1586 to streamline revenue collection and administrative efficiency, replacing the lunar Islamic and regional Hindu…
Akbar’s Religious Policy
By Sri Ram Sharma · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1937
Akbar’s religious policy marked a significant departure from previous Mughal rulers, emphasizing inclusivity and tolerance. Upon ascending the throne in 1556 at age 13, he initially relied on regents like Bairam Khan and Maham Anaga. By 1562, he assumed full…
Christianity at the Courts of Akbar and Jahangir
By Ernest F. Allnutt · The Indian Historical Quarterly, 1936
Christianity at the Courts of Akbar and Jahangir” explores the complex encounters between the Mughal emperors and Christian missionaries during the late sixteenth and early seventeenth centuries. The paper emphasises that prior to the Mughals, Christian…