Consider the following statements. 67 years of Afghan rule are considered the darkest period in the history of Kashmir. After the dismissal of Ahmad Shah Abdali, his subedars became ruthless and merciless. Which of the given statements is/are correct?

The correct answer is: Both 1 and 2.

The 67 years of Afghan rule in Kashmir (1753-1819) are considered the darkest period in the history of the region. During this time, the Afghans imposed a heavy tax burden on the Kashmiri people, and they were often cruel and oppressive. After the dismissal of Ahmad Shah Abdali, his subedars became even more ruthless and merciless. They looted and plundered the countryside, and they killed or imprisoned anyone who opposed them. As a result, the Kashmiri people suffered greatly under Afghan rule.

Here are some additional details about the Afghan rule in Kashmir:

• The Afghans invaded Kashmir in 1753, and they ruled the region for 67 years.
• During this time, the Afghans imposed a heavy tax burden on the Kashmiri people.
• The Afghans were often cruel and oppressive, and they looted and plundered the countryside.
• After the dismissal of Ahmad Shah Abdali, his subedars became even more ruthless and merciless.
• The Kashmiri people suffered greatly under Afghan rule.