The administrative mechanism of 'Iqta', where land revenues were assigned to officers in lieu of cash salaries, was first given a formal legal structure by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The administrative mechanism of 'Iqta', where land revenues were assigned to officers in lieu of cash salaries, was first given a formal legal structure by:
A. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B. Ghiyasuddin Balban
C. Alauddin Khalji
D. Shamsuddin Iltutmish
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sultan Iltutmish regularized the Iqta system across northern India to collect revenue from distant provinces and tie the interests of his military commanders to the Delhi throne.
Explanation:
Zain-ul-Abidin ('Budshah') was known for his public works, including the construction of the Zaina Lank island and a beautiful palace on Wular Lake.
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