Zanjeer-e-Adl, during Jahangir's time refers to:
(a) A decorative chain worn by the emperor as a symbol of his authority.
(b) A network of spies used to maintain law and order in the empire.
(c) A network of spies used to maintain law and order in the empire.
(d) A chain on the Muthamman Burj allowing people outside the fort to seek justice.

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Zanjeer-e-Adl, during Jahangir's time refers to:
(a) A decorative chain worn by the emperor as a symbol of his authority.
(b) A network of spies used to maintain law and order in the empire.
(c) A network of spies used to maintain law and order in the empire.
(d) A chain on the Muthamman Burj allowing people outside the fort to seek justice.

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

The Muthamman Burj, an octagonal structure crafted from white marble commissioned by Jahangir, located within the Agra Fort, is renowned for Jahangir&rsquo;s Chain of Justice. Functioning as a connection between the populace and Jehangir, the chain allowed anyone standing outside the Agra fortress to tug on it, activating sixty bells and securing a personal audience with Jahangir. Thomas Roe, the British ambassador at the Mughal court, recounts how individuals seeking redress could employ the Chain of Justice to capture the emperor&rsquo;s notice in the event of dissatisfaction with his ruling during Darshana.

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Zanjeer-e-Adl, during Jahangir's time refers to: (a) A decorative chain worn by the emperor as a symbol of his authority. (b) A network of spies used to maintain law and order in the empire. (c) A network of spies used to maintain law and order in the empire. (d) A chain on the Muthamman Burj allowing people outside the fort to seek justice.