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What was Ulugh Khan's role before his accession to the throne of Delhi?
What was Ulugh Khan's role before his accession to the throne of Delhi?
Who advised Kaiqubad on maintaining an army structure?
Who advised Kaiqubad on maintaining an army structure?
What position did Malik Badr-ud-Din initially hold?
What position did Malik Badr-ud-Din initially hold?
What was the role of Jandars in Sultan Balban's army?
What was the role of Jandars in Sultan Balban's army?
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Which term defines the head of the Jandars?
Which term defines the head of the Jandars?
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The Amir-i-Hajib was known for holding what type of responsibilities?
The Amir-i-Hajib was known for holding what type of responsibilities?
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What was the stipend provided to Jandars employed by Balban?
What was the stipend provided to Jandars employed by Balban?
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What was the primary advantage of bows and arrows as offensive weapons?
What was the primary advantage of bows and arrows as offensive weapons?
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How were the command structures in the army organized according to the Persian pattern?
How were the command structures in the army organized according to the Persian pattern?
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Which mechanical siege device is mentioned as throwing projectiles?
Which mechanical siege device is mentioned as throwing projectiles?
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What was the role of the khud in the armor system?
What was the role of the khud in the armor system?
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What material was primarily used for the armours of soldiers?
What material was primarily used for the armours of soldiers?
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What change improved the flexibility of armours over time?
What change improved the flexibility of armours over time?
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Which type of armor was used to protect the horses and elephants in the army?
Which type of armor was used to protect the horses and elephants in the army?
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What was the maqhribi used for in the context of warfare?
What was the maqhribi used for in the context of warfare?
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What was one of the early forms of body protection used before more flexible armours?
What was one of the early forms of body protection used before more flexible armours?
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Who was appointed as the Naib of Samana and commander of its forces by Sultan Balban?
Who was appointed as the Naib of Samana and commander of its forces by Sultan Balban?
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What was the role of the Amir-i-Shikar in the royal administration?
What was the role of the Amir-i-Shikar in the royal administration?
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During the Lakhnauti expedition, how many soldiers did Malik Dehlan command as the Amir-i-Shikar?
During the Lakhnauti expedition, how many soldiers did Malik Dehlan command as the Amir-i-Shikar?
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Which Sultan's reign did Malik Kafur serve as Naib-Mumalik and distinguish himself as a military general?
Which Sultan's reign did Malik Kafur serve as Naib-Mumalik and distinguish himself as a military general?
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What was one of the primary functions of the Diwan-i-'Arz?
What was one of the primary functions of the Diwan-i-'Arz?
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Who was the Wazir during the reign of Sultan Mubarak Khalji?
Who was the Wazir during the reign of Sultan Mubarak Khalji?
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Which official was higher in rank than the Sar-i-Jandar?
Which official was higher in rank than the Sar-i-Jandar?
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What position did Iltutmish hold before being promoted to Amir-i-Shikar?
What position did Iltutmish hold before being promoted to Amir-i-Shikar?
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What was the purpose of the dots mentioned near the inscription?
What was the purpose of the dots mentioned near the inscription?
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What system was neglected during the reign of Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq?
What system was neglected during the reign of Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq?
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How many elephants did Sultan Muhammad bin Tughlaq reportedly possess?
How many elephants did Sultan Muhammad bin Tughlaq reportedly possess?
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What was the estimated speed of war elephants in battle?
What was the estimated speed of war elephants in battle?
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According to Sultan Balban, how many war horses is an elephant equivalent to?
According to Sultan Balban, how many war horses is an elephant equivalent to?
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What was the main reason for branding horses during reviews?
What was the main reason for branding horses during reviews?
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What does Barani refer to in relation to Ala-ud-Din Khalji's military?
What does Barani refer to in relation to Ala-ud-Din Khalji's military?
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What critical aspect was documented regarding horses during the dagh process?
What critical aspect was documented regarding horses during the dagh process?
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What role did the cavalry play in Central Asian warfare?
What role did the cavalry play in Central Asian warfare?
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What function did the burqustax^ran serve in warfare?
What function did the burqustax^ran serve in warfare?
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How was the command structure organized in the Central Asian military?
How was the command structure organized in the Central Asian military?
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What was a crucial aspect of the Central Asian military strategy?
What was a crucial aspect of the Central Asian military strategy?
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What was a common practice used by the Mongols in battle?
What was a common practice used by the Mongols in battle?
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What did the division of the forces into a decimal system facilitate?
What did the division of the forces into a decimal system facilitate?
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What characterized the composition of the army in Central Asia?
What characterized the composition of the army in Central Asia?
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What was the key to the success of the Mongols during the 13th century?
What was the key to the success of the Mongols during the 13th century?
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What was the primary difference between qhazis and Ghairwahis in the army?
What was the primary difference between qhazis and Ghairwahis in the army?
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What was the main requirement for soldiers wanting to join the military?
What was the main requirement for soldiers wanting to join the military?
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Which group primarily constituted the army during the 13th century?
Which group primarily constituted the army during the 13th century?
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What role did Indian elements such as Jats, Khokars, and Rajputs primarily fill in the army?
What role did Indian elements such as Jats, Khokars, and Rajputs primarily fill in the army?
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Who contributed to the influx of soldiers in the Delhi Sultanate's army?
Who contributed to the influx of soldiers in the Delhi Sultanate's army?
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What was a consequence of the arrival of the Afghans during Sultan Balban's era?
What was a consequence of the arrival of the Afghans during Sultan Balban's era?
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What type of training helped soldiers transform into professional soldiers?
What type of training helped soldiers transform into professional soldiers?
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What was one of the reasons the Tagiks were ultimately targeted by Turkish nobles?
What was one of the reasons the Tagiks were ultimately targeted by Turkish nobles?
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Study Notes
Army Organisation Under the Sultans of Delhi (13th and 14th Century)
- This thesis examines the military organization of the Delhi Sultans during the 13th and 14th centuries.
- It explores the assimilation, acceptance, and rejection of Central Asian and Rajput warfare traditions within the Delhi Sultanate's army organization.
- The Mongols influenced the army by emphasizing cavalry and troop mobility.
- The incorporation of Rajputs led to the integration of Indian warfare modes, including elephant warfare and increased infantry.
- The Diwan-i-Ard took charge of organizing the army, including cavalry, elephant, and infantry corps.
- The thesis explores the recruitment, composition, and training of soldiers in the Delhi Sultanate's army.
- This study also discusses the supply of horses and elephants for military campaigns, as well as their effectiveness.
- Key weapons and armours like those used by the Delhi Sultans are examined, as well as the methods of warfare employed.
- Different medieval forts and their significance are also discussed, including those of Delhi, Gwalior, Ranthambor, Chittor and Deogir,
- The thesis concludes with an acknowledgment of contributors.
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