Ruler who issued coins with figures of Rama-Sita:
UPPCS (Mains) 2011
A. Bhoja
B. Siddharaja Jayasimha
C. Zain-ul-Abidin
D. Akbar
Answer: Akbar
Option d is the correct answer.
During his reign, Akbar issued coins featuring the figures of Lord Rama and Sita along with the Devanagari legend 'Rama-Siya'. This numismatic representation of Hindu deities and use of Devanagari script on coins demonstrated Akbar's policy of religious tolerance and inclusivity, aimed at fostering harmony among diverse communities within his empire.