Emperor Akbar was one of the greatest rulers of the world. He had a vast empire, a very strong army, and untold wealth. He was a good human being who cared for his subjects. He had great respect for scholars, writers, poets, and artists belonging to different religions. He was a patron of art and culture. He loved to pose interesting questions or problems in his court. He had an excellent sense of humor and was very fond of Birbal, who was one of the nine gems of his court.