Question

The+espionage+system+established+by+balban+was+called

Answer 1

Explanation:

Balban owed his success largely due to an efficient organisation of his spy- system. He appointed spies (Barids) to watch the activities of his governors, military and civil officers and even that of his own sons. Balban appointed them himself and they were well-paid.

They were expected to provide every important information to the Sultan and those who failed were punished severely. Every spy had direct access to the Sultan though none met him in the court. Balban’s spy-system proved quite effective and was responsible for his success in administration.

Balban placed secret reporters and news-writers in every department. The spies were independent authority who were only answerable to Sultan.