Delhi Sultanate (1206–1526)

  1. The Delhi Sultanate was established in 1206 by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Slave Dynasty.
  2. It marked the beginning of Muslim rule in northern India.
  3. The Delhi Sultanate consisted of five main dynasties: Slave (Mamluk), Khilji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, and Lodi.
  4. Qutb-ud-din Aibak built the Qutub Minar and the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque.
  5. The Slave Dynasty (1206–1290) was characterized by the rule of Aibak, Iltutmish, and Razia Sultana.
  6. Razia Sultana (1236–1240) was the first and only female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
  7. Iltutmish introduced the Iqta system, a form of land revenue administration.
  8. The Khilji Dynasty (1290–1320) was known for military expansion and economic reforms under Alauddin Khilji.
  9. Alauddin Khilji implemented a system of market control and fixed prices for essential commodities.
  10. The Tughlaq Dynasty (1320–1414) saw ambitious rulers like Mohammad bin Tughlaq, known for his failed experiments.
  11. Mohammad bin Tughlaq shifted the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad, causing economic hardships.
  12. The Sayyid Dynasty (1414–1451) was relatively weak and marked by political instability.
  13. The Lodi Dynasty (1451–1526) was the last dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate, ending with Ibrahim Lodi.
  14. In 1526, the Delhi Sultanate ended with the defeat of Ibrahim Lodi by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat.
  15. The Delhi Sultanate introduced the concept of centralized administration in India.
  16. The rulers patronized Persian culture and language, which influenced Indian society.
  17. The Sultanate period saw the construction of notable monuments like Alai Darwaza and Tughlaqabad Fort.
  18. The administration was based on Islamic law (Sharia) but adapted to Indian conditions.
  19. The Sultanate's army consisted of mounted archers and was known for its mobility and efficiency.
  20. Economic policies included the collection of land taxes (Kharaj) and trade regulation.
  21. The rulers encouraged the development of art and architecture, blending Persian and Indian styles.
  22. The Sultanate period witnessed the rise of Sufi movements and the spread of Islam in India.
  23. Social stratification persisted, with the coexistence of Hindu and Muslim communities.
  24. The Delhi Sultanate served as a precursor to the Mughal Empire, laying administrative foundations.
  25. The Sultanate faced constant threats from Mongol invasions during its early period.
  26. Rulers like Alauddin Khilji undertook successful campaigns in southern India, expanding their influence.
  27. Literature flourished, with works in Persian and the emergence of Urdu as a language.
  28. The decline of the Delhi Sultanate was accelerated by internal conflicts and external invasions.
  29. The influence of Turkish, Persian, and Central Asian cultures enriched Indian society.
  30. The concept of justice under the Delhi Sultanate was closely tied to Islamic principles.
  31. Notable historians like Ziauddin Barani chronicled the events of the Sultanate.
Category
Early Medieval India (c. 1200–1526 CE)
History of India
Who was the founder of the Delhi Sultanate?
The "Qutub Minar" was commissioned by which ruler of the Delhi Sultanate?
Who was the first Sultan to introduce a standing army?
The capital of the Delhi Sultanate was shifted to Daulatabad by which ruler?
Which Sultan introduced the token currency system?
Who established the “Iqta system” in the Delhi Sultanate?
Which Sultan is known for market reforms and price control measures?
The “Chalisa” or “Forty Nobles” was introduced by which Sultan?
Who was the only woman ruler of the Delhi Sultanate?
Which Delhi Sultan declared himself as the “Shadow of God” on Earth?
Which Sultan was defeated in the Battle of Tarain (1192 CE) by Muhammad Ghori?
The Lodi dynasty was founded by:
Who built the city of Siri?
Which Sultan introduced the practice of branding horses (Dagh) and descriptive rolls of soldiers (Chehra)?
The "Diwan-i-Arz" was a department related to:
The Delhi Sultanate was ruled by how many dynasties?
The introduction of the "Jizya" tax on non-Muslims was formalized during the reign of:
The Khilji dynasty was founded by:
Which ruler was known for his unsuccessful campaigns in Central Asia and the Deccan?
Firoz Shah Tughlaq is remembered for his work in:
Who was the last Sultan of the Delhi Sultanate?
Which monument serves as the tomb of Iltutmish?
The Sayyid dynasty was founded by:
Which Sultan patronized Amir Khusrau, the famous poet and scholar?
The Tughlaq dynasty was founded by:
Which Sultan established the city of Tughlaqabad?
The introduction of a mixed copper-silver coin, “Tanka,” was done by:
The Tomb of Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq is located in which city?
Which Sultan is associated with the construction of Hauz Khas?
The administrative divisions of the Delhi Sultanate were called: