The Mughal system of land grants, known as `jagirs`, was primarily used for what purpose?

Quiz Options

• To reward officials and nobles with revenue-generating land
• To establish religious endowments
• To allocate land for agricultural experiments
• To provide land for peasant settlements

Explanation & Context

Jagirs were assignments of land revenue to officials and nobles in lieu of salary, forming a crucial part of the Mughal administrative and economic system.