Quiz on the Sultans of Delhi

What does the Sultanate period refer to?

• The independence movement in India

• The rule of Muslim Dynasties in India

• The period of Mughal Empire

• The rule of British in India

Which dynasty was the first to rule during the Sultanate period?

• Lodi Dynasty

• Khalji Dynasty

• Tughlaq Dynasty

• Slave Dynasty

What language were the histories of the Delhi Sultans written in?

• Arabic

• Hindi

• Persian

• Urdu

Who was the first female Muslim ruler of Delhi?

• Alauddin Khalji

• Muhammad bin Tughlaq

• Iltutmish

• Razia Sultana

What was the Iqta system?

• A military strategy

• A tax collection system

• A trade route

• A land distribution system

Who was appointed as the Governor of Indian territories by Muhammad Ghori?

• Alauddin Khalji

• Qutb-ud-din Aibak

• Iltutmish

• Razia Sultana

What was a major challenge for the Delhi Sultans in controlling garrison towns?

• Lack of resources

• Rebellion and bad weather

• Strong trade routes

• Support from local rulers

Which Sultan is known for his ambitious schemes that often failed?

• Muhammad bin Tughlaq

• Qutb-ud-din Aibak

• Alauddin Khalji

• Ghiyasuddin Balban

What was the primary source of revenue for the Sultanate in its early years?

• Agricultural production

• Tribute and plunder

• Trade with Europe

• Taxes from peasants

Who succeeded Jalaluddin Khalji as the Sultan?

• Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq

• Alauddin Khalji

• Qutb-ud-din Aibak

• Muhammad bin Tughlaq