Q. With reference to market reforms introduced by Alauddin Khalji, which of the following market/s was/were introduced by Alauddin Khalji?
1.Grain market
2.Cloth and groceries market
3.Market for slaves
Choose the correct answer from below given codes:

[A] 1 only

[B] 1 and 2 only

[C] 2 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation: Since Alauddin wanted to maintain a large army, he therefore lowered and fixed the price of the commodities of daily use. Alauddin Khalji established four separate markets in Delhi:

  • Grain market (Mandi) for grain.
  • Cloth and groceries market (Sarai Adl) for cloth, sugar, dried fruits, butter, and oil.
  • Market for horses, slaves, cattle, etc.
  • Market for miscellaneous commodities.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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