What happened if a Mansabdar failed to maintain the required horses?

His salary would be deducted, or his rank (Sawar) could be downgraded by the Emperor during the periodic inspections.

Mansabdari System: The 2:1 Horse Ratio Rule (1999 PYQ)

ID: MED_MUG_1999_30 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India

Consider the following statements: Assertion (A): During the time of Akbar, for every ten cavalrymen, the mansabdars had to maintain twenty horses. Reason (R): Horses had to be rested while on March and replacements were necessary in times of war.

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Correct Option: A

During Akbar's reign, Mansabdars were required to keep 20 horses for every 10 cavalrymen. This 2:1 ratio ensured that troops always had fresh mounts during long marches and war replacements.

Consider the following statements: **Assertion (A):** During the time of Akbar, for every ten cavalrymen, the mansabdars had to maintain twenty horses. **Reason (R):** Horses had to be rested while on March and replacements were necessary in times of war.

Consider the following statements: Assertion (A): During the time of Akbar, for every ten cavalrymen, the mansabdars had to maintain twenty horses. Reason (R): Horses had to be rested while on March and replacements were necessary in times of war.