Q. Consider the following statements about military organization under the Delhi Sultanate:
1.Hasham-i-qalb referred to the central army stationed in Delhi and included royal slaves and guards.
2.During the Tughlaq period, soldiers were paid only through itlaq (drafts) issued by provincial governors.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

  • Hasham-i-qalb was the term used for the central contingents based in Delhi, which included royal guards and slaves.
  • While itlaq (drafts) were sometimes used, soldiers were primarily paid in cash during the rule of the Khiljis and Tughlaqs. The use of itlaq was not exclusive, nor was it always issued by provincial governors.

Source: NCERT and History Of Medieval India  – NCERT (Satish Chandra)


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