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Who were the people from whom Akbar anticipated opposition to his order?

Correct Answer

Akbar anticipated opposition from the dignitaries of the city of Kambayat (Khambat) in Gujarat.

This is evident from his farman (imperial order) issued in 1598, where he explicitly commanded that these dignitaries should "in no case stand in their way" regarding the construction of a church by the padris (fathers) of the Holy Society of Jesus. The fact that Akbar had to issue such a mandate indicates that he expected resistance from local officials and important figures of the city who might oppose the building of a Christian place of worship.

Exercise: Source 5 - A church in Khambat | Q: 4 | (Page Page 11)
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Explanation

The question is based directly on Source 5 from the textbook, which contains an excerpt from Akbar's farman of 1598. The farman was issued to permit the Jesuit fathers to build a church in Khambat. The wording of the order reveals Akbar's anticipation of opposition - he specifically addresses the 'dignitaries of the city' and commands them not to obstruct the construction. This reflects the potential tensions between religious and political authorities, as local Muslim dignitaries might have opposed the establishment of a Christian church in their city.

Solution Steps

  1. Step 1: Read Source 5 - the farman issued by Akbar in 1598 regarding church construction in Khambat.

  2. Step 2: Identify who Akbar is addressing in the order - the 'dignitaries of the city of Kambayat'.

  3. Step 3: Note the command that they should 'in no case stand in their way' - this indicates anticipated opposition.

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