Jalaluddin’s reign saw diverse incidents: accommodation or settlement of converted Mongols near Delhi, conspiracies and local rebellions and various political intrigues (including the Sidi Maula episode). Though some events overlap with neighbouring reigns, the cited incidents are generally associated with ...
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The Siri Fort and the large palace complex (often called Hazar Satoon or Thousand-Pillared Palace) are constructions associated with Alauddin Khalji’s extensive building programme in Delhi, undertaken to fortify and embellish the capital during his rule. ANSWER: (B) Alauddin Khalji
Jalaluddin Firoz Khalji established the ‘Diwan-i-Waquf,’ a department responsible for overseeing state expenditure and managing waqf (endowment) properties during the Delhi Sultanate. This administrative innovation helped organize and control financial matters related to charitable and religious endowments under his reign. ...
Timur Lang invaded India in 1398 AD during the weakening phase of the Delhi Sultanate. His attack led to widespread destruction in Delhi and northern India. The invasion significantly weakened the already declining Sultanate and created political instability. ANSWER: (B) ...
The office of vizier reached its highest importance during the Tughlaq dynasty. The vizier became the chief administrator, managing revenue, taxation and political affairs. The Tughlaq rulers expanded the system to strengthen administrative efficiency and improve governance over the large ...