Question

What was the real name of Birbal?
1. Mahesh Das
2. Shyam Das
3. Bhagwan Das
4. Ram Das

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Mahesh Das

The correct answer is Mahesh Das.

 

• Birbal originally called Mahesh Das born in (1528 –1586), or Raja Birbal, was a Hindu advisor and main commander of the army in the court of the Mughal emperor, Akbar.
• He is mostly known in the Indian subcontinent for the folk tales which focus on his wit.
• Men went on to constitute the nine courtiers, also known as 'Navratnas', of Akbar's kingdom.
• The navratnas are Abul Fazl, Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana, Birbal, Mulla Do-Piyaza,  Faizi, Raja Man Singh, Raja Todar Mal, Fakir Aziao-Din, and Tansen.