Alauddin Khalji once contemplated founding a new religion of his own, drawing an analogy with the Prophet’s four caliphs and his own four powerful Khans. The Ulema and advisers like Alaul Mulk strongly opposed this idea, arguing that only divine ...
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‘Tabaqat-i-Nasiri’ was written by Minhaj-us-Siraj, a 13th-century historian. The work is an important Persian chronicle detailing the history of early Muslim rule in India, especially the Ghurids, Slave dynasty and early Delhi Sultanate. It provides valuable accounts of rulers like ...
Barani stated that Alauddin Khilji ruled independently of orthodox Islamic law (Sharia). He believed kingship should not be controlled by religious scholars. Alauddin implemented strict administrative, revenue and market reforms based on political necessity rather than religious guidelines, asserting absolute ...
Statement (D) is false. Razia Sultan attempted to curb the power of the Turkish nobles (Chahalgani), not strengthen them. She tried to build a more inclusive administration by promoting capable non-Turks like Malik Yakut. Her reforms and assertiveness angered the ...