Which of the following Mughal Emperors introduced educational reforms?
M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2014
A. Jahangir
B. Shah Jahan
C. Humayun
D. Akbar
Answer: Akbar
Option d is the correct answer.
Mughal Emperor Akbar introduced educational reforms. He revised the educational syllabus, laying more emphasis on moral education and mathematics and on secular subjects such as agriculture, geometry, astronomy, logic, and history. He also introduced a system of free and compulsory education for all children, regardless of their religion or caste. He established a large number of schools and colleges throughout his empire, and appointed qualified teachers and scholars to run them. He also encouraged the translation of various works from Sanskrit, Arabic, Greek, and Persian into Persian, which was the official language of his court.