Navratna of akbar
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Nine Gems (Navratna) of Akbar's Court
| Name | Points to remember |
|---|---|
| Abul Fazl | He was the chronicler of Akbar's rule. He authored Akbar's biography - Akbarnama. Abul Fazl documented the history meticulously over a period of seven years. |
| Faizi | Faizi translated the Panchatantra, the Ramayana and the Mahabharata into Persian. |
| Todar Mal | Todar Mal was the revenue minister of Sher Shah Suri who continued in the position in the court of Akbar. He introduced standard weights and measurements, revenue districts and officers. |
| Abdul Rahim Khan-i-Khanan | Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khanan was the son of Akbar’s general Bairam Khan, the person who looked after him after the death of Humayun. Rahim is known for his couplets or Dohe. |
| Tansen | Tansen (original name Ramtanu Pandey) was a great musician who is credited with innovation of Raagas such as Mian ki Malhar, Mian ki Todi and Darbari Kanada. |
| Raja Man Singh | Raja Man Singh, a trusted lieutenant of Akbar was the grandson of Akbar’s father-in-law. Raja Man Singh assisted Akbar in many fronts including holding off advancing Hakim (Akbar’s half-brother) in Lahore. He also led campaigns in Orissa. |
| Faqir Aziao Din | He was mystic and advisor whose advice Akbar regarded respectfully. |
| Mullah Do Piaza | He was also an advisor in the court of Akbar known for his intelligence. |
| Birbal | His original name was Maheshdas. He was a well known court jester. |
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