Exploring the Delhi Sultanate

What was the Delhi Sultanate?

• A British colonial administration established in the 18th century.

• A series of Muslim dynasties that ruled parts of India from the 13th to the 16th centuries.

• A single dynasty that ruled India from the 10th to the 12th centuries.

• A coalition of Hindu kingdoms that dominated northern India.

Name the first ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.

• Alauddin Khilji

• Balban

• Iltutmish

• Qutb al-Din Aibak

Which dynasty ruled the Delhi Sultanate first?

• Mamluk Dynasty

• Timurid Dynasty

• Suri Dynasty

• Mughal Dynasty

What was the significance of the Qutub Minar?

• The Qutub Minar is a modern skyscraper in Delhi.

• It was built as a royal palace for the Mughal emperors.

• The Qutub Minar symbolizes the architectural and cultural heritage of India, marking the advent of Muslim rule.

• It serves as a museum for ancient Indian artifacts.

Who was Iltutmish and what was his contribution?

• Iltutmish was a ruler of the Delhi Sultanate known for consolidating power and establishing a stable administration.

• Iltutmish was a famous poet known for his literary works.

• Iltutmish was a military general who led campaigns in Europe.

• Iltutmish was a merchant who established trade routes in Asia.

What were the main religions during the Delhi Sultanate?

• Christianity and Zoroastrianism

• Sikhism and Shinto

• Buddhism and Jainism

• Islam and Hinduism

Which famous battle marked the end of the Delhi Sultanate?

• Battle of Delhi

• Battle of Khalkha

• Battle of Agra

• Battle of Panipat

What was the role of the nobility in the Delhi Sultanate?

• The nobility focused on religious leadership and spiritual guidance.

• The nobility were primarily merchants and traders.

• The nobility served as administrators, military leaders, and landholders, supporting the Sultanate's governance and stability.

• The nobility acted solely as advisors to the Sultan.

How did the Delhi Sultanate influence Indian culture?

• The Delhi Sultanate had no impact on regional languages.

• The Delhi Sultanate influenced Indian culture by introducing Persian art, architecture, and administrative practices, promoting Urdu, and blending Hindu and Islamic traditions.

• The Delhi Sultanate rejected all forms of art and culture.

• It solely promoted the use of Sanskrit in administration.

Name one architectural achievement of the Delhi Sultanate.

• Red Fort

• Qutub Minar

• Humayun's Tomb

• Lotus Temple