The historic silver coin called the 'Tanka' and the copper coin called the 'Jital' were systematically institutionalized by which early Delhi ruler? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The historic silver coin called the 'Tanka' and the copper coin called the 'Jital' were systematically institutionalized by which early Delhi ruler?
A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
B. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C. Razia Sultana
D. Shamsuddin Iltutmish
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sultan Iltutmish introduced the pure Arabic coinage system in India, standardizing the silver 'Tanka' (weighing 175 grains) and the copper 'Jital'.
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