Fill in the blanks: The fiscal policy of the Delhi Sultanate was based on the taxation theory of the ___ school of thought, which included taxes such as Zakat and Jaziya.

Hanafi

True or False: The Delhi Sultan was not considered an autocrat and had limited judicial powers.

False. The Sultan was the highest judicial authority and possessed wide powers as a perfect autocrat.

What was the main achievement of the Delhi Sultanate during its rule?

The main achievement was the successful defense of India from Mongol invasions, maintaining stability despite earlier turmoil.

Fill in the blank: The department responsible for judiciary matters in the Delhi Sultanate was known as ___ and was headed by the Qazi.

Diwan-i-Qaza

Which mosque served as the main mosque of Jahanpanah during the reign of Muhammad-bin Tughlaq?

The Begumpuri Mosque

Multiple Choice: What was a key characteristic of the artistic expression in Delhi Sultanate architecture? A) Realistic human figures B) Geometric patterns C) Bright colors D) Natural landscapes

B) Geometric patterns

What role did the Wazir play in the central administration of the Delhi Sultanate?

The Wazir was the most important minister, advising the Sultan and overseeing administrative functions.

Fill in the blanks: The Tughlaqs promoted agricultural development by digging village wells and providing ___ for crops.

Seeds

Explain the significance of the Indo-Muslim fusion during the Delhi Sultanate period.

Indo-Muslim fusion shaped Indian culture.

• Blended architectural styles emerged.

• New music forms developed significantly.

• Literature reflected diverse influences.

True or False: The Delhi Sultanate had a hereditary principle of succession for its rulers.

False. The Sultans were not bound by hereditary succession and were seen as agents of God.