UPSC History Delhi Sultnat (Gulam, Khilji, Tughlak, Sayyed, Lodhi) Question Bank Delhi Sultanate / Chandelas / Others

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    Consider the following statements about Alauddin Khalji's market policy:       
    1. He placed markets under the control of a high officer called 'Shahna' for strictly controlling the shopkeepers and prices
    2. In order to ensure a regular supply of cheap food grains he ordered the land revenue from Doab region to be paid directly to the State.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A)  1 only

    B)  2 only

    C)  Both 1 and 2

    D)  Neither 1 nor 2

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

     Alauddin Khalji was the second ruler of Khalji dynasty (1296-1316 reigning period). He is famous for market reforms and price control. Actually he did so for maintaining a large army. By controlling the items price, he became able to pay salary to soldiers.


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