Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Muhammad bin Tughlaq”:
1.He repulsed the Mongol army that marched to Meerut near Delhi.
2.He established a separate department, Diwan-i-Amir Kohi, to take care of agriculture.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: Muhammad Tughlaq was a learned, cultured and talented prince but gained a reputation of being merciless, cruel and unjust.

  • Muhammad Tughlaq effectively repulsed the Mongol army that had marched up to Meerut near Delhi.
  • The Sultan established a separate department (Diwan-i-Amir Kohi) to take care of agriculture.

Source: NCERT

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