Delhi Sultanate — Set 1
Indian History · दिल्ली सल्तनत · Questions 1–10 of 100
Who was the founder of the Slave Dynasty in India?
Correct Answer: B. Qutbuddin Aibak
Qutbuddin Aibak founded the Slave Dynasty in 1206 AD. He was a Turkish slave and a general of Muhammad Ghori. This dynasty is also known as the Mamluk Dynasty.
Which Sultan of Delhi died while playing Chaugan (Polo)?
Correct Answer: A. Qutbuddin Aibak
Qutbuddin Aibak died in 1210 AD while playing Chaugan (horse polo) at Lahore. He fell from his horse and sustained fatal injuries. He was succeeded by his son Aram Shah, who was later deposed by Iltutmish.
Who completed the construction of the Qutub Minar?
Correct Answer: D. Iltutmish
The construction of the Qutub Minar was completed by Iltutmish. It was originally started by Qutbuddin Aibak, who constructed only the first storey. Later, Firoz Shah Tughlaq repaired the top storeys after lightning damage.
The 'Turkan-i-Chahalgani' or the Group of Forty was organized by which ruler?
Correct Answer: A. Iltutmish
Iltutmish organized the 'Turkan-i-Chahalgani', a group of forty powerful Turkish nobles. These nobles were his loyal slaves and helped in administration. This group later became very powerful and challenged the authority of the Sultans.
Who was the first female Muslim ruler of medieval India?
Correct Answer: C. Razia Sultan
Razia Sultan was the first and only female Muslim ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. She was the daughter of Iltutmish and ruled from 1236 to 1240 AD. Her reign challenged the traditional gender roles of the time.
Which Sultan introduced the Persian festival 'Nauroz' in India?
Correct Answer: A. Balban
Ghiyasuddin Balban introduced the Persian festival 'Nauroz' (New Year) to the court of Delhi. He did this to raise the prestige and dignity of the Sultan's court. Balban emphasized Persian customs and etiquette.
The policy of 'Blood and Iron' was adopted by which Sultan?
Correct Answer: A. Balban
The policy of 'Blood and Iron' was adopted by Balban to tackle internal rebellions and external threats. This policy implied the use of ruthless force against enemies and robbers. It helped in consolidating the Sultanate's authority.
Who introduced the practice of 'Sijda' (prostration) and 'Paibos' (kissing the feet) in the court?
Correct Answer: A. Balban
Balban introduced the customs of Sijda and Paibos to assert his superior status as the shadow of God. Sijda involves kneeling and touching the forehead to the ground. Paibos refers to kissing the feet of the monarch.
Who founded the Khilji Dynasty?
Correct Answer: B. Jalaluddin Khilji
Jalaluddin Khilji founded the Khilji Dynasty in 1290 AD after overthrowing the last Slave ruler. He was an elderly ruler known for his leniency. His assassination by his nephew Alauddin Khilji marked a shift in power.
Which Sultan called himself 'Sikandar-i-Sani' (The Second Alexander)?
Correct Answer: D. Alauddin Khilji
Alauddin Khilji adopted the title 'Sikandar-i-Sani', meaning the Second Alexander. He dreamt of conquering the whole world like Alexander the Great. His coins and inscriptions bear this ambitious title.