Q. During Aurangzeb’s reign, which of the following were not included in his government?
(a) Rajputs
(b) Pathans
(c) Marathas
(d) All of these
Ans: (c) Marathas
Explanation:
During Aurangzeb’s reign, (c) Marathas were not included in his government.
Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal emperor, ruled a vast empire in the Indian subcontinent during the late 17th century. His policies and approach toward various regional powers and communities varied. While he appointed Rajputs and Pathans in his government and granted them positions of authority and influence, he did not incorporate the Marathas into his administration.
Aurangzeb faced significant challenges from the Marathas, who were a powerful regional force in western India. The Marathas, under the leadership of Shivaji and later his successors, established their own kingdom and conducted extensive military campaigns against the Mughals. Aurangzeb’s relationship with the Marathas was marked by conflict and hostility, and he did not include them in his government.
Therefore, the correct answer to your question is (c) Marathas.
