challenge: What was the strategic importance of capturing the town of Hajipur, according to Akbar?
  
  A. It was a key location for launching a counterattack against Munim Khan's forces
  B. It was a strategic location for defending against potential attacks from the north
  C. It was a crucial supply route for the city of Patna, which was under siege
  D. It was a major commercial center that would provide significant revenue to the Mughal Empire
  Answer: 