Q. With reference to the military and administrative policies of Sultan Balban, consider the following statements:
1.Balban reorganized the military department known as the Diwan-i-Arz and removed unfit soldiers from service.
2.To suppress internal rebellion and crime, Balban cleared forests and enslaved rebellious villagers in regions like the Doab and Katihar.
3.Balban followed a conciliatory approach of compromise and alliances to deal with the Mongol threat and internal rebellions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: A
Notes:
Explanation:
- Balban reorganized the military department (Diwan-i-Arz) and pensioned off those unfit for service as part of his military reforms.
- To deal with lawlessness in regions like the Ganga-Yamuna Doab and Katihar, Balban ordered forest clearances and the enslavement of rebellious villagers to establish order.
- Balban did not follow a conciliatory approach; instead, he adopted the harsh policy of “blood and iron” to suppress both internal revolts and external threats.
Source: NCERT and History Of Medieval India – NCERT (Satish Chandra)
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