Question

Why was the capital transferred from Delhi to Daulatabad during Mohammad bin

Tughlaq’s reign? Explain the consequences of his project.

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Answer 1

Muhammad bin Tughlaq transferred his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad primarily because of two reasons: ... Because Delhi was within the reach of the Mongols, Daulatabad appeared to be at a safe distance from the possible Mongol attacks in the future.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Daulatabad was at a safe distance from the invaders. Consequences: In the absence of the sultan, Delhi was now exposed to renewed attacks by the Mongols. Realizing his folly, Muhammad bin Tughlaq shifted his capital back to Delhi after 2 years. ... Daulatabad, a monument of misdirected energy, became a deserted city.