Khalji Dynasty in Delhi Sultanate
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Khalji Dynasty in Delhi Sultanate

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What major decision did Muhammad-bin Tughluq regret shortly after implementing it?

  • Attempting to control the Mongols directly
  • Shifting the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (correct)
  • Increasing taxes in the Ganga-Yamuna Doab
  • Establishing a department for agriculture

    • What significant event occurred after Ghiyasuddin's death in AD 1287?

  • A long-lasting peace was established in the Sultanate.
  • Mongol invasions successfully took control of the region.
  • Jalaluddin Khalji was appointed as the heir to the throne.
  • The Khalji dynasty began its rise to power. (correct)

    • What consequence did the heavy taxation during a famine lead to for the peasants?

  • Increased agricultural production
  • Successful revolts against the Sultan
  • A decrease in the Sultan's army size
  • The abandonment of lands by many peasants (correct)

    • What misconception did Muhammad-bin Tughluq have regarding the location of Daulatabad?

    <p>It could be easily defended from invasions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Jalaluddin Khalji's rule differ from that of his nephew Alauddin Khalji?

    <p>Jalaluddin was considered a mild and generous ruler.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which historian documented the policies and actions of Muhammad-bin Tughluq during his rule?

    <p>Ziauddin Barani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which title did Alauddin Khalji assume that reflects his ambitions?

    <p>Sikandar-i-Sani</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Muhammad-bin Tughluq's attempts to rectify his earlier mistakes regarding agricultural management?

    <p>He established a department for agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What approach did Alauddin Khalji take towards conquered territories?

    <p>He allowed defeated kings to rule as long as they acknowledged his authority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major challenge did Alauddin Khalji face at the start of his reign?

    <p>Rebellion by nobles and invasions by Mongols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Sultanate Period Overview

    • Nobles and visitors were required to prostrate (sijdah) and kiss the Sultan's feet (paibos).
    • Ghiyasuddin's death in AD 1287 led to the decline of the Slave dynasty and the rise of the Khalji dynasty.

    The Khalji Dynasty (AD 1290-AD 1320)

    • Jalaluddin Khalji, an Afghan noble, usurped power in AD 1290 after killing Ghiyasuddin’s heir.
    • Jalaluddin ruled from AD 1290 to AD 1296, known for being mild and generous.
    • Successfully repelled Mongol invasions and engaged politically with Mongol leaders through marriage.
    • Perceived as weak due to leniency towards nobles; assassinated by his nephew, Alauddin.

    Alauddin Khalji (AD 1296-AD 1316)

    • Aspired for global conquest, earning the title Sikandar-i-Sani (second Alexander).
    • Expanded the Sultanate significantly, conquering regions like Gujarat, Malwa, and almost all of Rajasthan.
    • First Sultan to extend influence into South India, defeating rulers of Devagiri, Warangal, and more.
    • Preferred tribute over annexation; allowed defeated kings to retain power with conditions.

    Muhammad-bin Tughluq's Reforms and Struggles

    • Notable for failed policies that led to unrest and rebellion; faced challenges from nobles and Mongol invasions.
    • Capital relocated to Devagiri (renamed Daulatabad) causing hardship and eventual return to Delhi due to ineffectiveness.
    • Imposed heavy taxes during famine in Ganga-Yamuna valley, igniting peasant revolts.
    • Introduced token currency made of cheap metals, leading to rampant counterfeiting and financial chaos.

    Firuz Shah Tughluq (AD 1351-AD 1388)

    • Renowned reformer who aimed to alleviate agricultural distress; constructed canals and irrigation systems.
    • Instituted the Diwan-i-Khairat to support the needy; improved health and education through mosques, hospitals, and colleges.
    • Faced challenges from increasing power of nobles and ulama; reintroduced hereditary land grants (iqtas).
    • Maintained a significant number of slaves, straining financial resources, ultimately leading to the dynasty's decline.

    Tughluq Administration

    • Governed through bandagans and clients; appointed individuals of humble origins to important positions.
    • Key figures included the wazir (revenue head), bakshi (paymaster), and qazi (chief judge).
    • Relaxed rules regarding iqtas led to their hereditary nature; increased power of iqtadars over time.

    The Sayyid Dynasty (AD 1414-AD 1451)

    • Khizr Khan aimed to extend his rule beyond Delhi but faced difficulties maintaining control.
    • Successors engaged in power struggles; Alauddin Alam Shah's rule saw the rise of Bahlul Lodi.
    • In AD 1451, Bahlul Lodi established the Lodi dynasty, marking the transition to Afghan rule.

    Historical Sources

    • Valuable information on the Delhi Sultanate derived from coins, inscriptions, monuments, and historical texts (tawarikh) detailing significant events.

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    Explore the events surrounding the rise of the Khalji Dynasty after the death of Ghiyasuddin in AD 1287. This quiz covers the power struggles and significant figures, including Jalaluddin Khalji, who drastically changed the political landscape of the Delhi Sultanate. Test your knowledge on this pivotal period in Indian history.

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