With reference to the administrative positions under the Delhi Sultanate, consider the following statements: 1. Naib-ul-Mulk served as the deputy to the Ariz and assisted in administrative responsibilities. 2. The Diwan-i-Riyasat, established under Alauddin Khilji, was responsible for regulating markets and ensuring standard weights and measures. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation:

Naib-ul-Mulk was the deputy to the Ariz, helping in administrative tasks, especially within the military setup.
The Diwan-i-Riyasat, introduced by Alauddin Khilji, oversaw market regulation, ensuring control over commodity supply, pricing, and standardisation (e.g., weights and measures).

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

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