The 'Iqta' system during the Delhi Sultanate was primarily: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Iqta' system during the Delhi Sultanate was primarily:
A. All of the above
B. Tax collection rights
C. Religious endowments
D. Land grants to military officers
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Iqta system granted land revenue rights to military officers in lieu of salary, but it also included administrative responsibilities.
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The 'Sadr-us-Sudur' was the head of:
A. Revenue department
B. Intelligence
C. Military department
D. Religious affairs
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Correct Answer: Option D

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Sadr-us-Sudur handled religious endowments in Mughal administration.
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Following the sudden death of Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1210 CE, who was briefly elevated to the throne of Delhi before being deposed by Iltutmish?
A. Ruknuddin Firoz
B. Muizuddin Bahram
C. Nasiruddin Mahmud
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Aram Shah was placed on the throne by the nobles of Lahore following Aibak's death, but he proved incompetent and was quickly defeated and replaced by Iltutmish.
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The 'Sangam' era of Tamil literature is not part of medieval history, but the 'Tamil' Chola empire continued. Which Chola ruler extended the empire to the Ganges?
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C. Kulottunga
D. Rajadhiraja
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Correct Answer: Option B

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Rajendra I, son of Rajaraja I, extended the Chola empire to the Ganges, taking the title 'Gangaikondachola'.
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