The correct answer is D) taking four wives, one from each of the major religions.
Akbar demonstrated his religious tolerance by taking four wives, one from each of the major religions.
The success of Akbar as the leader of his empire was because he respected and was tolerant of the different religious beliefs of his people. He created a central government and allied with the defeated nations. He knew how to get the confidence of the people he conquered. His taxes were moderate and incorporate people into his government no matter their race or ethnic background. He did not force Hinduist people to convert to Islam, indeed, he participated in Hindu events, and married women from different religions to establish solid alliances.