1.What were the main sources of information about the Delhi Sultanate period?

a) Inscriptions, coins, and monuments

b) Oral traditions and legends

c) Modern textbooks

d) Religious scriptures

2.What term was used to refer to the rulers of the Slave Dynasty in the Delhi Sultanate?

a) Emirs

b) Sultans of the East

c) Mamluk Sultans

d) Rajput Kings

3.How did Qutbuddin Aibak come to power and establish his control over Delhi?

a) He defeated the Indian Rajput kings in a series of battles.

b) He was appointed as the Sultan by a council of nobles.

c) After Muhammad Ghori's death, he took charge of the conquered territories and marched into
Delhi.

d) He was the son of the previous Sultan and inherited the throne.

4.Who was known as the most powerful ruler of the Slave Dynasty and successfully guarded the north-
western borders against Mongol raids?

A) Iltutmish

B) Razia Sultana

C) Balban

D) Alauddin Khilji

5.Which Sultan of the Khilji Dynasty was known for his ambitious expansionist policies, as well as his
lenient policy towards the Mongols and tolerance towards his subjects?

A) Jalaluddin Firoz Khilji

B) Balban

C) Alauddin Khilji

D) Iltutmish

6.Who extended the boundaries of the Delhi Sultanate beyond the Vindhyas and is famous for his
Deccan policy?
 A)Razia Sultana
B) Iltutmish
C) Balban
D) Alauddin Khilji

7.What was one of the major mistakes made by Muhammad-bin Tughluq that led to opposition
from the ulemas and nobility?
A) Introducing a new currency system
B) Appointing non-noble officers
C) Shifting the capital to Delhi
D) Encouraging agricultural advancements
8.Why did the attempt to shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad create problems for
Muhammad-bin Tughluq's rule?
A) Daulatabad was far from important trade routes
B) The nobles and ulemas supported the decision
C) Delhi was under threat of a Mongol raid
D) Daulatabad was suffering from severe famine
9. Why did the peasants in the Doab region revolt against the increased land tax?
A) The region was experiencing severe famine
B) They disagreed with the Sultan's policies
C) The Sultan wanted to centralize his rule there
D) The quality of crops had deteriorated

1.How did Iltutmish contribute to the consolidation and expansion of the Delhi Sultanate during his rule?

Answer: Iltutmish strengthened the Sultanate by crushing revolts and extending the boundaries through
expeditions against rebel Rajputs. He recovered territories like Gwalior and Bayana, completing the
unfinished tasks of his predecessor Qutbuddin Aibak. This earned him the recognition as the actual
founder of the Delhi Sultanate.

2.Describe the significance and challenges of Raziya Sultan's rule.

Answer: Raziya Sultan's rule marked a progressive era with her dynamic leadership. She challenged
gender norms, adopting male attire, riding elephants, hunting, and leading the army. Despite her efforts
to establish law and order, Raziya faced opposition from conservative nobles who disapproved of a
female ruler. Her reign was short and turbulent, ultimately leading to her downfall and death in a battle
against conspiring nobles.

3.Explain Alauddin Khilji's economic measures, including his land revenue system and market control
policy.
 Alauddin Khilji implemented several significant economic measures during his rule. His land revenue
system involved the measurement of cultivated land and the fixation of land revenue (Kharaj) based on
fertility. The tax on farmers in the fertile doab region was set at half the produce. To control prices and
ensure availability of essential goods, he established a market control policy. Prices were fixed for various
commodities, and a rationing system was introduced during scarcities. His government stored and sold
grains at retail prices. These measures curbed hoarding and ensured fair distribution. The department
under Shahna-i-Mandi monitored prices, registered merchants, and maintained market standards.

4.Discuss the significance of Alauddin Khilji's administrative, economic, and military reforms in the
context of his rule.

Alauddin Khilji's reforms had a profound impact on various aspects of governance and society during his
reign. His administrative reforms included the establishment of a department to monitor prices, control
markets, and ensure fair trade practices. His economic measures, such as the land revenue system and
market control policy, stabilized the economy and ensured food security. Military reforms focused on
maintaining a strong army.

5.In what ways did Firuz Shah Tughluq attempt to rectify the mistakes made during Muhammad-bin
Tughluq's reign, and how did his reign contribute to positive developments in various aspects of the
empire?

Firuz Shah Tughluq learned from the errors of his predecessor, Muhammad-bin Tughluq. He focused on
building good relationships with the nobility and ulemas, providing them with incentives and ruling
according to Islamic laws. Firuz Shah initiated significant reforms, directing resources towards the
construction of infrastructure like canals, wells, tanks, and hospitals. He promoted education, founded
new towns, and laid numerous gardens, fostering agricultural growth. His reign also saw cultural and
intellectual exchanges, with the translation of Hindu religious works from Sanskrit to Persian and the
relocation of Ashoka pillars

6.How did Timur's invasion of Delhi in 1398 impact the city and the surrounding region?

Timur got an opportunity to fulfil his desire. Like a hurricane, he stored and destroyed everything that
came his way. He ruthlessly (without pity) massacred people. After this devastation, Timur soon left
Delhi. It is said that he almost left it depopulated.