The Mamluk dynasty was founded by ___ and lasted until the rule of ___ as its last Sultan.

Qutb-ud-din Aibak; Muiz-ud-din Muhammad Qaiqabad

True or False: Iltutmish, the second ruler of the Mamluk dynasty, was initially a free man before becoming Sultan.

False; Iltutmish was initially a slave purchased by Qutb-ud-din Aibak.

What significant architectural contributions did Iltutmish make during his reign?

He completed the Qutb Minar and built the Sultan Ghari funerary monument.

What reforms did Alauddin Khilji implement regarding taxation and village officials?

He centralized revenue collection, imposed heavy taxes on the wealthy, and taxed village officials at the same rate as peasants.

True or False: The Khilji dynasty was known for its tolerant policies towards Hindus.

True; Jalaluddin Khilji showcased tolerance towards Hindus by softening Balban’s strict policies.

What was the significance of the first battle of Panipat in 1526?

It marked the defeat of Ibrahim Lodi by Babur, leading to the establishment of the Mughal Empire.

Fill in the blank: The Sayyid Dynasty was founded by ___ in 1414 A.D.

Khizr Khan

True or False: Firoz Tughlaq was known for his extensive military conquests and aggressive foreign policy.

False; Firoz Tughlaq focused on stability and infrastructure rather than military conquests.

What key infrastructure developments did Firoz Tughlaq oversee during his reign?

He was known for extensive canal-building projects and irrigation improvements.

Fill in the blank: Alauddin Khilji implemented the ___ and ___ systems for military organization.

Chehra; Dagh

What was the primary cause of the rapid decline of the Tughlaq dynasty post-1335 AD?

Internal strife, marked by torture and rebellions, led to rapid territorial disintegration.

Fill in the blank: The Lodi dynasty began in ___ A.D. with the rule of ___ Lodi.

1451; Bahlul

What major change did Alauddin Khilji make regarding the payment of soldiers?

He was the first Sultan to pay soldiers in cash rather than booty shares.

True or False: The Tughlaq dynasty reached its zenith during the reign of Firoz Tughlaq.

False; it reached its zenith under Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq.