Q. Consider the following rulers of the Bengal Sultanate and their historical associations:
RulerContribution/Association
1. Ilyas ShahSuccessfully resisted the invasion of Firoz Shah Tughlaq and was the first ruler of the independent dynasty.
2. Ghiyasuddin Azam ShahKnown for establishing direct diplomatic and commercial relations with the Chinese Empire.
3. Allauddin Hussain ShahInitiated a policy of promoting Bengali language and literature, leading to a cultural renaissance.
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation:
- Pair 1: Correct. Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah (c. 1342 CE) consolidated the independent Bengal Sultanate and his successful resistance against Firoz Shah Tughlaq was crucial for its survival.
- Pair 2: Correct. Ghiyasuddin Azam Shah was noted for his diplomatic exchange with the Yongle Emperor of China and also for his judicial fairness.
- Pair 3: Correct. Allauddin Hussain Shah (c. 1493–1519 CE) is considered the greatest ruler of the dynasty, known for his cultural tolerance and immense patronage of Bengali literature.
