Muhammad bin Tughluq - Khurasan & Qarachil expedition, Agrarian reforms, Revolt of Nobility
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The question is asking for information regarding specific actions and events during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughluq, particularly focusing on his expeditions, agrarian reforms, and the revolt of the nobility.
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Muhammad bin Tughluq's rule was marked by the Qarachil expedition, agrarian reforms, and revolts from the nobility.
Muhammad bin Tughluq led the Qarachil expedition in 1333 and implemented several agrarian reforms to increase state revenue. His rule faced revolts from the nobility due to the harsh nature of his reforms and decisions. His experiments, such as changing the capital to Daulatabad and introducing token currency, were not well-received.
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Muhammad bin Tughluq led the Qarachil expedition in 1333 and implemented several agrarian reforms to increase state revenue. His rule faced revolts from the nobility due to the harsh nature of his reforms and decisions. His experiments, such as changing the capital to Daulatabad and introducing token currency, were not well-received.
More Information
Muhammad bin Tughluq's rule is well-known for his ambitious but often failed projects. The Qarachil expedition was aimed at expanding his empire but ended in failure. His agrarian reforms intended to improve revenue but were met with resistance due to poor implementation. These failures contributed to political instability.
Tips
A common mistake is to assume all of Muhammad bin Tughluq's reforms were successful; however, many were criticized for being poorly planned. Understanding the context of each reform helps in evaluating its impact.
Sources
- Muhammad bin Tughluq - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- The Delhi Sultanate-III: The Tughlaq Dynasty (1320-1413) - Drishti IAS - drishtiias.com
- Muhammad Tughlaq's Experiments - Delhi Sultanate - Prepp - prepp.in
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