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Medieval India — (C) The Mughal Empire — Question 8

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What principles did Akbar's Din-i-Illahi promote?

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Akbar's Din-i-Illahi promote the principle of oneness of God. The new religion stressed on virtues like courage, loyalty and justice. It also demanded loyalty to the Emperor. The basic purpose of forming Din-i-Illahi was Sulh-kul or universal harmony which governed all public policies of Akbar.