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Kriti

The Alai Darwaza, an important architectural monument in the Qutub Complex, was constructed by Alauddin Khalji in 1311 CE. It served as the southern gateway to the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque. Known for its horseshoe arches, red sandstone and intricate carvings, it ...

Ayushree

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 ...

Ayushree

The statement that is false is (D) None of these, as all three statements (A, B, and C) are true about Balban. He suppressed the Chahalgani, adopted the ruthless ‘Iron and Blood’ policy to establish order, and centralized military power ...