Q. In which year did Akbar abolish the pilgrim tax?
Answer: 1563
Notes: Akbar, one of the famous Mughal emperors, abolished the pilgrim tax in the year 1563. He did so primarily as part of his policy of Sulh-e-Kul, which promoted peace among the different religions in his kingdom. This was also part of his broader policy reforms to establish a uniform administrative system, promoting justice and tolerance. The abolition of the discriminatory religious tax reflected his outlook towards promoting religious harmony.