Question

In 1679 A. D. Aurangzeb re-imposed Jizya (Tax) on non-muslims. At this time who was the king of Mewar, who opposed Aurangzeb?

1. Rana Pratap - II
2. Rana Raj Singh
3. Rana Uday Singh
4. Rana Amar Singh - I

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : Rana Raj Singh

The correct answer is Rana Raj Singh.

• Rana Raj Singh was the ruler of Mewar when Jazia was imposed by Aurangzeb on non-muslims in 1679 AD.
  • Raj Singh opposed Aurangzeb multiple times, once to save the Kishangarh princess Charumati from the Mughals and once by denouncing the Jizya tax levied by Aurangzeb.

• Raj Singh's ruling period was 1652-1680 AD.
  • Raj Singh gave asylum to Marwar's Ajit Singh and Durga Das Rathore.
  • Rai Singh Chhatri is situated in Kumbhalgarh Fort.
  • Rajsamand Lake was built by Raj Singh according to Rajprashasti.
  • He accepted the title of Vijay Kat Katu.
  • Raj Singh Married Charumati when she sought help from Raj Singh.