Which of the following statement/s is/are correct?
- Akbar tried to fix the age of marriage for boys and girls.
- Akbar gave freedom to girls to marry at their own will and not under parental pressure.
Verified Answer
A. Only 1
B. Only 2
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Explanation:
Emperor Akbar, known for his progressive social reforms, attempted to fix the minimum age for marriage (14 for girls and 16 for boys) to curb child marriage (Statement 1 is correct). He also advocated for the consent of girls in marriage, allowing them to marry according to their own will and discouraging parental coercion (Statement 2 is correct). Therefore, both statements are correct.