Q. Consider the following statements regarding the internal reforms introduced by “Ala-ud-din Khalji”:
1.Marriage alliances between families of noble men were permitted only with the consent of the Sultan.
2.The Sultan prohibited liquor and banned the use of intoxicating drugs.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation: The vast annexation of territories was followed by extensive administrative reforms aimed at stabilising the government.

  • Ala-ud-din’s first measure was to deprive the nobles of the wealth they had accumulated. It had provided them the leisure and means to hatch conspiracies against the Sultan.
  • Marriage alliances between families of noble men were permitted only with the consent of the Sultan.
  • The Sultan ordered that villages held by proprietary rights, as free gifts, or as a religious endowment be brought back under the royal authority and control.
  • He curbed the powers of the traditional village officers by depriving them of their traditional privileges. Corrupt royal officials were dealt with sternly.
  • The Sultan prohibited liquor and banned the use of intoxicating drugs.

Source: NCERT

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