Question

why is slave dynasty called so?

Answer 1

the time period from 1206-1290 is called the slave dynasty as it was started by a trusted slave of sultan muhammed of Ghur. When , he had to leave India on a conquest misssion , he trusted his slave , Aybak to remain in charge. The latter took advantage of this , and using his wit and might , he re-established his own empire , which we all now know as "slave dynasty".

Answer 2

The slave dynasty was the first Muslim dynasty to rule India. It was founded by Sultan Qutbuddin Aibak. It is said that Muhammad Ghori did not have a natural heir to the throne and he the habit of treating his slaves like his own children.