Q. Balban enforced a policy of ‘Blood and Iron’ during his reign as Sultan of Delhi. This policy was primarily aimed at achieving which of the following?

[A] Expanding the Sultanate's territory deep into the Deccan and South India.

[B] Suppressing the power of the Mongol invaders through a series of preemptive strikes.

[C] Strengthening the power and prestige of the monarchy and consolidating the state against internal challenges.

[D] Introducing comprehensive agrarian reforms to improve the collection of land revenue.

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Balban’s ‘Blood and Iron’ policy was intended to “strengthen the monarchy.” This policy involved enhancing the Sultan’s dignity through practices like Sijda (prostration) and ruthlessly crushing internal rebellions and challenges from the nobility, notably the Chahalgani.
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