Who was the military commander of Chidambaram extraction who served as the de facto regent and general during Alauddin Khalji's extensive Deccan expeditions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the military commander of Chidambaram extraction who served as the de facto regent and general during Alauddin Khalji's extensive Deccan expeditions?
A. Malik Kafur
B. Ulugh Khan
C. Zafar Khan
D. Alp Khan
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Malik Kafur, also known as Hazar-Dinari, was a trusted slave-general who successfully led Alauddin Khalji's armies down south to Devagiri, Warangal, Mabar, and Madurai.

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