Seljuk Government
What type of government did the Seljuk Empire have?
Sultanate (Monarchy)
What was the main religion of the Seljuk Empire?
Sunni Islam
Who was the highest ruler in the Seljuk government?
The Sultan
Who did the Seljuks support as the religious leader of Islam?
Abbasid Caliphate (Caliphs)
What official helped the Sultan run the government and gave advice?
The Vizier
What were Islamic schools called that taught religion and law?
Madrasas
What language did Seljuk officials use for administration?
Persian
What system of Islamic laws influenced Seljuk law?
Sharia Law
What was the Vizier's name?
Nizam-Al-Mulk
Which Islamic school did the Seljuk Muslims follow?
Hanafi School