Akbar’s guardian was Bairam Khan, a loyal general of Humayun. After Humayun’s death, Bairam Khan protected the young Akbar, handled administration and led the Mughal army. He secured early victories, particularly the Second Battle of Panipat, which ensured Akbar’s throne ...
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Dar-ul-Shafa, founded by Firoz Shah Tughlaq, denoted a charitable hospital or infirmary where the sick received treatment free or at low cost. It was part of his philanthropic and public-welfare measures, reflecting the sultan’s concern for social services. Answer: (D) ...
Alauddin Khalji introduced strict military controls — including Daag (branding horses) and Huliya (soldier identifiers) — to prevent theft, verify service and maintain a dependable, accountable cavalry. These measures helped professionalise the army and reduce fraud and desertion. ANSWER: (B) ...
Firoz Shah Tughlaq assumed the title “Sayyid-us-Salatin,” meaning “Chief of the Sultans,” during his reign over the Delhi Sultanate from 1351 to 1388. This honorific was acknowledged by his contemporaries and reflected the recognition he received from the Caliph, further ...
Firoz Shah Tughlaq (1351–1388) improved fruit quality by establishing over 1,200 gardens around Delhi, focusing heavily on horticulture. This administrative effort, part of his public works, significantly increased the cultivation and quality of various fruits, such as his favorite, grapes, ...