Delhi Sultanate Expansion

What were the major military campaigns led by Alauddin Khilji?

• Mongols, Rajputs, Deccan kingdoms

• Delhi Sultanate, Maurya Empire, Gupta Empire

• Sikhs, Afghans, Persians

• Mughals, Marathas, Vijayanagara Empire

How did the sultans of the Delhi Sultanate implement economic policies?

• Through taxation, trade promotion, market establishment, coin minting, and agriculture encouragement.

• Through military conquests and forced labor

• By relying solely on foreign aid and donations

• By implementing a barter system instead of currency

Discuss the architectural achievements under the Delhi Sultanate.

• Charminar, Hawa Mahal, Amer Fort

• Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate

• Taj Mahal, Lotus Temple, Gateway of India

• Qutub Minar, Alai Darwaza, Alai Minar, Jama Masjid

What roles did women play in the Delhi Sultanate society?

• Politicians, scientists, engineers, astronauts

• Queens, princesses, noblewomen, administrators, and military leaders

• Farmers, fishermen, traders, artisans

• Teachers, doctors, lawyers, pilots

Who was the most prominent ruler during the Delhi Sultanate period?

• Aurangzeb

• Akbar the Great

• Ashoka the Great

• Alauddin Khilji

How did Alauddin Khilji strengthen the military during his reign?

• Implementing a new tax system to fund the military

• Disbanding the army to rely on mercenaries

• Introducing the 'Dagh' system, implementing a spy network, organizing a standing army, and establishing a separate department for military affairs.

• Reducing the number of military training camps

Explain the impact of economic policies on the common people during the Delhi Sultanate.

• The economic policies of the Delhi Sultanate reduced taxes on the common people and improved their living standards.

• The economic policies of the Delhi Sultanate increased the financial burden on the common people and led to social unrest.

• The economic policies of the Delhi Sultanate had no impact on the common people.

• The economic policies of the Delhi Sultanate led to increased employment opportunities for the common people.

Which architectural marvels were constructed during the Delhi Sultanate era?

• Qutub Minar, Alai Darwaza, Alai Minar

• Charminar, Golconda Fort, Hawa Mahal

• Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate

• Taj Mahal, Lotus Temple, Gateway of India

In what ways were women able to participate in the political landscape of the Delhi Sultanate?

• Foreign diplomats, traders, and travelers

• Religious leaders, scholars, and poets

• Farmers, merchants, and artisans

• Queens, princesses, and influential advisors to rulers

What was the significance of Alauddin Khilji's market reforms?

• They aimed to control prices, prevent hoarding, and ensure a stable economy.

• They focused on expanding the military instead of the economy.

• They were implemented to promote corruption and favoritism.

• They led to a decrease in trade and commerce.