Muhammad bin Tughlaq was known as Jauna Khan (or Juna Khan) before his accession. He took the regnal name Muhammad bin Tughlaq upon becoming Sultan in 1325; earlier chronicles refer to him by his pre-accession name, Jauna Khan. ANSWER: (C) ...
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The label Rasm-e-Miyan (the middle way) and Tariq-e-Itdal reflect a pragmatic fiscal policy of moderation attributed to Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, who aimed for balanced revenue measures — contrasting extremes — to stabilise agrarian productivity and state finances. ANSWER: (B) Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
The Siri Fort and the large palace complex (often called Hazar Satoon or Thousand-Pillared Palace) are constructions associated with Alauddin Khalji’s extensive building programme in Delhi, undertaken to fortify and embellish the capital during his rule. ANSWER: (B) Alauddin Khalji
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) ...
The Diwan-i-Riyasat (Ministry of Commerce) was established by Alauddin Khalji to execute his radical market control policy. This new ministry, headed by the Naib-i-Riyasat, strictly enforced all market regulations (Zabitas) and fixed prices on goods. Its primary purpose was to ...