Q. Who among the following was known as “Kannu”?

[A] Rajab

[B] Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq

[C] Muhammad bin Tughlaq

[D] Khan-i- Jahan

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: The vizier of Firuz Tughlaq, the famous Khan-i- Jahan, was a Brahmin convert to Islam. Originally known as Kannu, he was captured during the Sultanate campaigns in Warangal (present-day Telangana).

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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