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D. Short answer type questions
Who was the most trusted general of Ala-ud-din Khilji? Which places were annexed by him?
2. What was an 'lqta?
What was the reason for introducing bronze coins by Mohammad-bin-Tughlaq?
4. Describe Raziya Sultana as an efficient ruler.
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Answers
Answer:
1.Malik Kafur was the trusted general of Alauddin Khilji . Deccan was annexed by him and he expanded his kingdom far South india.
2. During the Sultanate period, the nobles were given grants of land. This land was called Iqta. Mohammed Bin Tughlaq introduced the token currency because there was a shortage of silver at that time so he decided to issue copper coins which would have the same value as that of silver and gold coins.
4. Razia was the daughter of Iltutamish. She succeeded her father. Though she was a competent ruler, she ruled for a short period (1236-1240 AD) only. She was brave, bold and courageous. She dressed like a man and led the army in the battlefield with great courage and strength. The nobles under her, who had become very powerful, did not like Razia's manners. So, they plotted against her and killed her.
Answer:
1.Malik Kafur was the trusted general of Alauddin Khilji . Deccan was annexed by him and he expanded his kingdom far South india.
2. During the Sultanate period, the nobles were given grants of land. This land was called Iqta. Mohammed Bin Tughlaq introduced the token currency because there was a shortage of silver at that time so he decided to issue copper coins which would have the same value as that of silver and gold coins.
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