The concept of 'Zil-i-illahi' or 'Shadow of God' introduced by Balban refers to : |ForumIAS

[A] The rule of king on the basis of divine sanction and not answerable to anyone.

[B] The idea of kingship is derived from Sassanid Persia.

[C] The Universal Principle of harmony and peace.

[D] The idea of a superior religion for masses.

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: BALBAN Zil-E-Ilahi:

Balban ascended the throne in 1266.
He broke the power of Chalisa and resorted the prestige of the crown. That was his greatest contribution towards the stability of the Sultanate.
To keep himself well-informed Balban appointed spies.
He created a strong centralised army to deal with internal disturbances and to cheek Mongols who were posing a serious danger to Delhi Sultante.
He established the military department Diwani-i-Arz
The Persian court model influenced balban’s conception of Kingship. He took up the title of Zil-i-Ilahi(Shadow of God). He believed that he ruled on the basis of Divine Sanction and was not answerable to anyone.

Source: NCERT