Theory and Practice of Muslim State in India c9.s2.25

c9.s2.25

Still better was the position under the Mughals. Akbar was an administrative genius. Most of the important appointments were made and promotions effected by him personally. The muster of men and horses and other animals was often inspected by him. There were regulations about the branding of horses and keeping full complements of the mounts.⁶⁷ Even the highest officers' contingents were inspected.