With reference to Sijda consider the following statements :
1. It was introduced in the Mughal court by Emperor Shah Jahan.
2. It was abolished in the Mughal court by Emperor Jahangir.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation Statement 1 is not correct: The practice of prostration (Sijda) in the Mughal court was not introduced by Shah Jahan . Though originally it was introduced during the Sultanate period by Balban. It was a common practice during earlier Mughal rulers, particularly under Akbar, who promoted the idea of the emperor being seen as a semi-divine figure. This practice, known as "Sijda" or "prostration," was introduced during the reign of Akbar.
Statement 2 is not correct: Akbar had introduced in his court the practice of sijda or prostration, but Shah Jahan abolished it since this form of veneration was deemed fit for the Almighty.
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