Correct option is B
Explanation
→ The purchase price recorded in historical accounts is one lakh Jitals, a substantial sum for a slave at that time.
→ This transaction marked the beginning of Iltutmish's rise within the Slave Dynasty, eventually leading him to become the Sultan.
→ The investment proved wise as Iltutmish became the real consolidator of the Delhi Sultanate.
Information Booster
→ Iltutmish belonged to the Ilbari tribe of Turks.
→ He was sold into slavery by his envious brothers before reaching Aibak.
→ The Jital was a copper currency prevalent during the early Sultanate period.
→ After his purchase, he was appointed as the Sar-jandar (Head of Royal Bodyguards).
→ He eventually became the son-in-law of Qutb-ud-din Aibak.