Chapter: 04. The Turkish Invasion And The Establishment Of The Delhi Sultanate
What were the two important independent states established by the Turks in Central Asia?
The two important independent states established by the Turks in Central Asia were Ghazni and Ghor.
Why did Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni target the temple towns of north India during his raids?
Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni targeted temple towns because they served as treasure houses of fabulous riches, which he needed to fund a large, well-equipped army to expand and protect his Central Asian kingdom.
Which Indian province was the only territory annexed by Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni?
Punjab was the only Indian province annexed by Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni.
Name the two eminent scholars patronized by Mahmud of Ghazni.
The two eminent scholars patronized by Mahmud of Ghazni were the Persian poet Firdausi and the great Persian historian and mathematician Al Beruni.
What were the five major Rajput kingdoms in north India at the end of the 12th century CE when Muhammad Ghori invaded?
The five major Rajput kingdoms in north India were the Rathors of Kanauj, the Chauhans of Delhi and Ajmer, the Solankis of Gujarat, the Paramaras of Malwa, and the Chandellas of Bundelkhand.
What was the critical consequence of Prithviraj Chauhan’s defeat in the Second Battle of Tarain?
The defeat of Prithviraj Chauhan marked the end of Rajput rule in north India and passed the kingdom of Delhi into the hands of Muslim rulers, who occupied the throne until 1858.
Which general of Muhammad Ghori swept across Bihar and overthrew the Sena dynasty of Bengal?
Muhammad bin Bakhtiar Khilji was the general of Muhammad Ghori who swept across Bihar and overthrew the Sena dynasty of Bengal.
Why is the historical period between 1206 and 1526 CE known as the period of the Delhi Sultanate?
This period is known as the period of the Delhi Sultanate because its rulers were known as sultans and they ruled the country from their capital city of Delhi.
How did Qutbuddin Aibak die in 1210 CE?
Qutbuddin Aibak died in 1210 CE from an accidental fall from a horse.
Who added the fifth and the last storey to the Qutb Minar?
Firoz Shah Tughlaq added the fifth and the last storey to the Qutb Minar.
How did Iltutmish save India from the threat of a Mongol invasion?
Iltutmish saved India from the threat of a Mongol invasion by politely refusing to give refuge to the Shah of Persia, who was being pursued to the borders of India by the Mongol chief Chenghiz Khan.
Why is Iltutmish regarded as the true founder of the Delhi Sultanate?
Iltutmish is regarded as the true founder of the Delhi Sultanate because he transformed the loosely-knit Ghori territories in India into a strong, well-defined, compact state.
Who did Razia Sultan marry in an attempt to recover the throne of Delhi?
Razia Sultan married the rebel leader Altunia in an effort to recover the throne of Delhi.
Describe how Ghiyasuddin Balban maintained decorum in his royal court.
Ghiyasuddin Balban maintained strict decorum in his court by never smiling, banning all laughter and joking, and forcing nobles to kneel and touch the ground with their foreheads to show respect.
How did Balban strengthen his defences against a potential Mongol invasion?
Balban strengthened his defences by keeping his army in a constant state of readiness, building new forts while repairing old ones, and appointing his own sons as governors of the frontier provinces.