SULTANS AND RULERS OF DELHI
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS FROM DELHI SULTANS
100

In 1236, who was Sultan Iltumish's Daughter?

Razziya Sultan.

100

Delhi first became the capital of a kingdom under which place?

Tomara Rajputs


200

How did they find about the Delhi Sultans?

They found out through inscriptions, coins and architecture which provide a lot of information.

200

What is "Histories" in Persian Writings?

Tarikh (Singular)

Tawarikh (Plural)

300

Who favoured their special slaves purchased for military services called Bandagan?


Sultan Iltutmish


300

Why was Razziya removed from the throne?

The Nobles wasn't happy with her due to the attempts to rule independently.

400

Which ruler ruled Delhi from 1175-1192?

Prithviraj Chauhan

400

Define Circle Of Justice.

A King cannot survive without soldiers. And soldiers cannot live without salaries. Salaries came from the revenue collected from peasents. This happens when the King promotes justice and honest government..


500

Which ruler ruled Delhi from 1296-1316?

Alauddin Khalji

500

Define Hinterland.

The lands adjacent to a city ot port that supply it with goods and services.