How did Akbar's religious views influence his social reforms?

His belief in 'Sulh-i-kul' (universal peace) led him to look for common ethical ground, resulting in laws that protected individuals regardless of their religious customs.

Akbar's Marriage Reforms: Age and Freedom of Choice (2020 PYQ)

ID: MED_MUG_2020_48 Ref: Abul Fazl, Ain-i-Akbari

Which statement/s is/are correct?
1. Akbar tried to fix the age of marriage for boys and girls.
2. Akbar gave freedom to girls to marry at their own will.

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Correct Option: C

Emperor Akbar sought to reform marriage customs by fixing the minimum age (14 for girls, 16 for boys) and granting girls the right to choose their partners. These were key parts of his broader social and humanitarian agenda.

Which statement/s is/are correct?1. Akbar tried to fix the age of marriage for boys and girls.2. Akbar gave freedom to girls to marry at their own will.

Which statement/s is/are correct?
1. Akbar tried to fix the age of marriage for boys and girls.
2. Akbar gave freedom to girls to marry at their own will.