Who introduced the 'Iqta' system in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who introduced the 'Iqta' system in India?
A. Alauddin Khalji
B. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C. Iltutmish
D. Muhammad Ghori
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Iltutmish is credited with introducing the Iqta system, which granted land revenue rights to military officers in lieu of salary, though it existed earlier in a rudimentary form.

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The famous Persian work 'Ain-i-Akbari' was written by:
A. Abul Fazl
B. Faizi
C. Badauni
D. Todarmal

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Abul Fazl authored the Ain-i-Akbari, which is part of the Akbarnama detailing Akbar's administration.

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Which prominent Sikh Guru firmly established the Khalsa Panth in 1699, transforming the Sikh community into a martial brotherhood?
A. Guru Gobind Singh
B. Guru Hargobind
C. Guru Tegh Bahadur
D. Guru Ram Das

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh, created the Khalsa Panth on Baisakhi day in 1699 at Anandpur Sahib, giving his followers the surname 'Singh' and introducing the Five Ks.

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The distinctive architectural masterpiece 'Rani ki Vav' (The Queen's Stepwell), located in Patan, Gujarat, was constructed during the rule of which dynasty?
A. The Solankis (Chaulukyas)
B. The Vaghela Dynasty
C. The Gujarat Sultanate
D. The Paramaras

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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