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About the Topic: Ghiyas-ud-din Balban strengthened the Delhi Sultanate through military reforms and a strong central administration. Practice MCQ Questions with answers and explanations.
Which one of the following statements is not true about Balban?
Correct Answer:
(B) He introduced the Iqtadari System.
The actual name of Balban was Baha-ud-din. Nasiruddin Mehmood had given him the title of ‘Ulugh Khan’. He assumed the title ‘Zil-e-Ilahi’. His tenure was from 1266 to 1286 century. Balban is famous for his reign theory. His royal principle of nature and essence was inspired by Persian reign. Balban described the king as ‘Niyamat-e-Khudai’ (representative of God). After attaining the power, he abolished the ‘Turkan-e-Chahalgani’, established by Iltutmish. The only revolt in the period of Balban was done by Subedar of Bihar, Tughril Khan in 1279 century, which was quelled by Balban and the rebels were hanged. The system of Iqtadari was introduced by Iltutmish.
Ques: 2
Which of the following Sultans has called himself the ‘Helper of a Caliph’ in his inscription on the walls of the Mosque at Garhmukteshwar?
Correct Answer:
(A) Balban
Balban has called himself the ‘Helper of a Caliph’ in his inscription on the walls of the Mosque at Garhmukteshwar.
Ques: 3
Who was the grandson of Ghiyasuddin Balban and ruled after him?
Correct Answer:
(A) Muiz ud din Kaiqubad
Ghiyasuddin Balban was succeeded by his grandson, Muiz ud din Qaiqabad. Qaiqabad was the son of Bughra Khan, who was also the second son of Balban. Balban had initially designated his other grandson, Kaikhasrau, as his heir, but the nobles ultimately chose Qaiqabad.
Ques: 4
Who was the father-in-law of Nasiruddin Mahumud and considered the most powerful ruler of the Slave Dyansty?
Correct Answer:
(C) Ghiyas-ud-din Balban
Nasiruddin Mahmud's father-in-law was Ghiyas-ud-din Balban. Balban was also the Vizier (chief minister) of Nasiruddin Mahmud and played a significant role in his reign, according to historical accounts.
Ques: 5
Consider the following statements regarding Balban:
1. He introduced the title Zililahi.
2. He emphasized the divine nature of his authority.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct:
Correct Answer:
(C) Both 1 and 2
Ghiyas Ud Din Balban was the first Sultan of Delhi to clearly articulate his views on the powers of the Sultan, emphasizing the divine nature of his authority (Niyabat-i-Khudai). He introduced the title ZiliIlahi (Shadow of God) to assert that his rule was sanctioned by divine will, positioning himself as the vice-regent of God on earth, second only to prophethood.