Q. Consider the following statements with reference to Bairam Khan:
1. Akbar gave the title of Khan-i-Khana to Bairam Khan.
2. This title was not given at the time of appointment of Bairam Khan as Vazir of Empire.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
a) Both 1 and 2
b) Neither 1 nor 2
c) Only 1
d) Only 2
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2024
Correct Answer: c) Only 1
Explanation:
1. Statement 1:
This is correct. As per wikipedia, Akbar conferred the title of “Khan-i-Khana” upon Bairam Khan when he was crowned as the Mughal Emperor on 14 February 1556. This title was a mark of honor and respect for Bairam Khan’s loyalty and service to the Mughal Empire.
2. Statement 2:
This is incorrect. The title “Khan-i-Khana” was indeed given to Bairam Khan at the time of his appointment as Vakil (Prime Minister) and commander-in-chief of the Mughal army. It was not a later recognition but was granted immediately after Akbar’s coronation as Emperor. This is evident from the historical record you provided, which states that Akbar’s first act as Emperor was to appoint Bairam Khan as Vakil and grant him the title of “Khan-i-Khana.”
Conclusion: – Statement 1 is correct, but Statement 2 is wrong.
– Therefore, the correct answer is c) Only 1.
Source: Bairam Khan – Wikipedia
