Medini Rai of Chanderi never invited Babur to invade India. The actual invitations came from Daulat Khan Lodi and his son Dilawar Khan, who were unhappy with Ibrahim Lodi’s rule and from Alam Khan Lodi, Ibrahim’s uncle seeking power. Rana ...
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Firoz Shah Tughlaq established Diwan-i-Bandagan to manage state slaves, who served in administration, workshops and public works. He expanded the slave institution significantly, training them for skilled labor and ensuring their welfare. This department reflected his paternalistic governance style. ANSWER: ...
A Chinese envoy from the Ming emperor visited the court of Firoz Shah Tughlaq, establishing diplomatic ties. This mission encouraged cultural exchange and reflected Delhi’s growing regional influence, highlighting the Sultanate’s engagement with major Asian powers beyond West and Central ...
Alauddin Khalji strengthened the Diwan-i-Ariz by enforcing strict inspection of troops, maintaining detailed records, regulating horse branding and ensuring soldiers’ salaries matched actual service. These reforms improved army discipline, prevented corruption and enhanced readiness against Mongols and rebellions. ANSWER: (C) ...
Ziauddin Barani’s Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi is the most detailed and reliable account of Muhammad bin Tughlaq’s administrative failures. Barani criticizes his experiments such as token currency, capital shift and harsh taxation. The text provides firsthand insight into the Sultan’s ambitious but ...