Why were Jagirdars frequently transferred by the Mughal Emperor?

To prevent them from developing deep local roots or building a regional power base that could challenge the central authority of the Emperor.

Jagirdar vs Zamindar: Differences in Mughal India

Q: With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar? 1. Jagirdars were holders of land assignments in lieu of judicial and police duties, whereas Zamindars were holders of revenue rights without obligation to perform any duty other than revenue collection. 2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were hereditary and revenue rights of Zamindars were not hereditary. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

In Mughal India, Zamindars held hereditary rights to land revenue and local duties, while Jagirdars were state officials given non-hereditary land assignments as salary for their service. Neither statement provided is correct.

ID: MED_MUG_2019_09 Ref: Irfan Habib, The Agrarian System of Mughal India

With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar?
1. Jagirdars were holders of land assignments in lieu of judicial and police duties, whereas Zamindars were holders of revenue rights without obligation to perform any duty other than revenue collection.
2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were hereditary and revenue rights of Zamindars were not hereditary. Select the correct answer using the code given below.