In the administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the department of 'Diwan-i-Arz', which looked after the military affairs, was created by which Sultan? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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In the administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the department of 'Diwan-i-Arz', which looked after the military affairs, was created by which Sultan?

A. Ghiyasuddin Balban

B. Iltutmish

C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

D. Alauddin Khalji

Answer: Option A

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Balban established the 'Diwan-i-Arz' (military department) to structurally upgrade the army, enhance its operational efficiency, and counter the internal and external threats to the Sultanate.

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Which Sufi saint, fondly revered as 'Ganjshakar' for his sweet speech, established his main spiritual seat at Ajodhan in Punjab?

A. Fariduddin Ganjshakar (Baba Farid)

B. Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki

C. Bahauddin Zakariya

D. Nizamuddin Auliya

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sheikh Fariduddin Ganjshakar moved his main assembly to Ajodhan (modern Pakpattan, Pakistan), where his teachings influenced early Punjabi Sufi poetry.

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