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Ghiyas-ud-din Tughluq was the first ruler of the ______ Dynasty.
Ghiyas-ud-din Tughluq was the first ruler of the ______ Dynasty.
Tughluq
The ruling class in the Sultanate period was known as the ______.
The ruling class in the Sultanate period was known as the ______.
Aristocracy
The ______ were responsible for looking after religious matters and advising the sultan.
The ______ were responsible for looking after religious matters and advising the sultan.
Priests
Merchants, traders, and artisans were classified as ______ in the Sultanate period.
Merchants, traders, and artisans were classified as ______ in the Sultanate period.
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Most ______ lived in villages and struggled to make their ends meet.
Most ______ lived in villages and struggled to make their ends meet.
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The nobles holding grants of land were known as ______.
The nobles holding grants of land were known as ______.
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Trade, both internal and external, was important and centered around cities like ______ and Daulatabad.
Trade, both internal and external, was important and centered around cities like ______ and Daulatabad.
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Practices such as ______ and purdah were prevalent during the Sultanate period.
Practices such as ______ and purdah were prevalent during the Sultanate period.
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The two communities involved in trade were the Chaniyag and the ______.
The two communities involved in trade were the Chaniyag and the ______.
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India traded with foreign regions, including China, the Malaya Islands, and ______.
India traded with foreign regions, including China, the Malaya Islands, and ______.
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Sultan Iltutmish started the minting of the silver ______.
Sultan Iltutmish started the minting of the silver ______.
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The prime minister of the sultan was known as the ______.
The prime minister of the sultan was known as the ______.
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The chief judge and advisor on religious issues was known as the ______.
The chief judge and advisor on religious issues was known as the ______.
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The two popular religious movements during the Sultanate period were the Bhakti and ______ movements.
The two popular religious movements during the Sultanate period were the Bhakti and ______ movements.
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Indo-Islamic architecture was characterized by features such as the arch and the ______.
Indo-Islamic architecture was characterized by features such as the arch and the ______.
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Most early structures were made of red sandstone, while later monuments were made of stone covered with ______.
Most early structures were made of red sandstone, while later monuments were made of stone covered with ______.
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The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque was built in ______ by Qutb-ud-din Aibak.
The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque was built in ______ by Qutb-ud-din Aibak.
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The Qutb Minar is a masterpiece of ______ architecture.
The Qutb Minar is a masterpiece of ______ architecture.
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Ala-ud-din Khalji built the ______ Darwaza next to the Qutb Minar.
Ala-ud-din Khalji built the ______ Darwaza next to the Qutb Minar.
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The Tughluqabad Fort is one of the monuments from the ______ period.
The Tughluqabad Fort is one of the monuments from the ______ period.
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Ahmad Shah of Gujarat founded ______ and decorated it with grand structures.
Ahmad Shah of Gujarat founded ______ and decorated it with grand structures.
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The Jami Masjid and Sidi Sayyid Mosque are famous structures in ______.
The Jami Masjid and Sidi Sayyid Mosque are famous structures in ______.
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The tomb of Hushang Shah was constructed during the rule of the ______ kingdom.
The tomb of Hushang Shah was constructed during the rule of the ______ kingdom.
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The Qutb Minar is named after the famous Chishti saint Sheikh ______.
The Qutb Minar is named after the famous Chishti saint Sheikh ______.
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The Adina Masjid in Pandua and the Dakhil Darwaza in Gaur are impressive monuments of the ______ rulers of Bengal.
The Adina Masjid in Pandua and the Dakhil Darwaza in Gaur are impressive monuments of the ______ rulers of Bengal.
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Ibrahim Shah Sharqi built the ______ Masjid in Jaunpur.
Ibrahim Shah Sharqi built the ______ Masjid in Jaunpur.
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Modern Indo-Aryan languages developed from ______, which had evolved from Sanskrit.
Modern Indo-Aryan languages developed from ______, which had evolved from Sanskrit.
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The literature of the period included translations of many Sanskrit works into Persian and ______.
The literature of the period included translations of many Sanskrit works into Persian and ______.
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The urdu language means '______' due to its evolution in the camps of soldiers.
The urdu language means '______' due to its evolution in the camps of soldiers.
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Kings and rich patrons supported the art of ______ during the medieval period.
Kings and rich patrons supported the art of ______ during the medieval period.
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With the arrival of the Turks, there was a fusion of Persian, Arabic, and Indian musical ______.
With the arrival of the Turks, there was a fusion of Persian, Arabic, and Indian musical ______.
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Amir Khusraw was a famous poet who combined Persian and Indian music to create new ______.
Amir Khusraw was a famous poet who combined Persian and Indian music to create new ______.
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He was a friend and disciple of Khwaja Hazrat Nizam-ud-din Auliya and participated in musical gatherings at his ______.
He was a friend and disciple of Khwaja Hazrat Nizam-ud-din Auliya and participated in musical gatherings at his ______.
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Firoz shah Tughluq was a patron of ______.
Firoz shah Tughluq was a patron of ______.
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The musical work Rag-darpan was translated into ______ during his reign.
The musical work Rag-darpan was translated into ______ during his reign.
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The rulers of Jaunpur and Gwalior were great patrons of ______.
The rulers of Jaunpur and Gwalior were great patrons of ______.
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Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Mirabai expressed their ______ through devotional songs.
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and Mirabai expressed their ______ through devotional songs.
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Sultan Husain Shah Sharqi of Jaunpur is believed to have created many new ______.
Sultan Husain Shah Sharqi of Jaunpur is believed to have created many new ______.
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Raja Man Singh Tomar of Gwalior wrote a book on ______.
Raja Man Singh Tomar of Gwalior wrote a book on ______.
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A distinctive style of music developed in the kingdom of ______.
A distinctive style of music developed in the kingdom of ______.
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Study Notes
Life in the Sultanate Period
- The Delhi Sultanate marked a new era in Indian history, blending traditional Indian culture with external influences.
- Four social groups existed: aristocracy (rulers, nobles, Hindu princes), priests (Brahmans and Ulema), townspeople (merchants, traders, artisans), and peasants (villages).
- The aristocracy, the ruling class, held significant power. The sultan was the central figure of authority, and the khutba (sermon) was read in his name.
- Priests (Brahman Hindus and Muslim Ulema) advised the sultan on religious matters.
- Townspeople engaged in trade and crafts, with goods sold domestically and abroad.
- Peasants lived in villages, facing numerous taxes and often struggling to survive.
- The rigid Hindu caste system persisted, with traditions like child marriage, sati, purdah, and restrictions on widow remarriage continuing. Girls had limited access to education.
- Internal and external trade flourished, with major trading centers and markets. Notable trading communities included the Chaniyas and Multanis. Trade involved India, China, Malaya Islands, West/Central Asia, and East Africa.
Society During the Sultanate Period
- The Sultanate period saw a four-tiered social structure.
- The aristocracy, consisting of the sultan, family members, nobles, Hindu princes, and landholders, held considerable power.
- Religious leaders, such as Brahmans (Hindu priests) and Ulema (Muslim scholars), advised the sultan on religious matters.
- Townspeople included merchants, traders, and craftspeople who significantly contributed to the economy through internal and external trade.
- Peasants constituted the majority of the population, living in villages and often facing harsh tax burdens.
Administration
- The Sultan was all powerful, with a ceremonial court.
- Specific departments managed finances (Diwan-i-Wizarat), religious matters (Diwan-i-Risalat), military (Diwan-i-Arz), and royal correspondence (Diwan-i-Insha).
- The Wazir served as the prime minister, overseeing various departments.
- Leaders like Judge (Qazi), army paymaster (Chakashi), and commander-in-chief (ariz-i-mumalik) also held vital roles.
Architecture
- Indo-Islamic architecture emerged, integrating Turkish/Afghan styles with existing Indian aesthetics.
- Key features included arches (refined to true arches) and domes, eliminating the need for extensive pillar support.
- Early structures were often made of red sandstone, later replaced by stone with plaster, adorned with floral and geometric designs, and inscriptions from the Quran.
- Notable monuments included: Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Qutb Minar, Alai Darwaza, Alai Minar, Tughluqabad Fort, Firoz Shah Kotla, Bara Gumbad, Shish Gumbad, tombs of several sultans, Khirki Masjid, Begumpuri Masjid, and Jamali Kamali Masjid.
- Regional kingdoms also adopted the Indo-Islamic architectural style, such as Ahmadabad's Jami Masjid and Sidi Sayyid Mosque, Mandu's structures (Jama Masjid, Hindola Mahal, Asharfi Mahal, Jahaz Mahal), and monuments in Jaunpur and Bengal.
Cultural Developments
- Painting flourished with royal patronage, focusing on murals and miniatures.
- Music saw a fusion of Persian, Arabic, and Indian forms, resulting in new styles and instruments (e.g., rabab, sarangi). Amir Khusrau was a prominent musician and poet.
- The Sultanate period witnessed the development of modern Indo-Aryan languages (e.g., Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, Odia, Marathi). Persian also gained prominence as the language of administration, and later fused with Hindi to create Urdu.
- Literature involved translations of Sanskrit texts and original works in Persian and regional languages (e.g., Amir Khusraw's works, Malik Muhammad Jayasi's Padmavat).
Other Details
- Ghiyas-ud-din Tughluq, the first Tughluq ruler, disliked Khwaja Hazrat Nizam-ud-din Auliya.
- The Iqtadari system involved granting land to nobles in exchange for military service.
- Sultan Iltutmish introduced the silver tanka currency.
- The Bhakti and Sufi movements gained popularity.
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Explore the Delhi Sultanate era, where Indian culture merged with external influences and social roles were distinctly divided among aristocrats, priests, townspeople, and peasants. This quiz covers the dynamics of power, trade, and the enduring impact of the caste system on society during this significant time in history.
