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Ayushree

The sitar is considered the finest blend of Hindu and Muslim musical traditions. It evolved during the medieval period from instruments like the veena and Persian setar. With a long neck, sympathetic strings and unique tonal qualities, the sitar symbolizes ...

Kriti

Qutbuddin Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, initially made Lahore his capital. Although he controlled Delhi as well, Lahore served as his administrative centre due to its strategic importance and existing Ghurid base. After Aibak’s death, his successors gradually ...

Ayushree

During the Sultanate period, the Chaudhary was regarded as the most important rural land revenue officer. He acted as the head of local villages, supervised revenue collection, ensured timely payments and maintained order. Chaudharis also mediated disputes and represented villages ...

Ayushree

The correct chronological order is Slave → Khalji → Tughlaq → Sayyid → Lodi. This sequence reflects the political transition of the Delhi Sultanate from early Turkish rulers to Afghan rulers. Each dynasty contributed differently to administration, military reforms and ...