Which of the following dynasty is also known as the slave dynasty?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Mamluk Dynasty

Explanation:

The Mamluk Dynasty is also known as the Slave Dynasty. This dynasty was founded by Qutb-ud-Din Aibak in 1206 after the death of Muhammad Ghori. The term "Mamluk" comes from the Arabic word for "slave" or "owned", as the rulers of this dynasty were originally military slaves (mamluks) who rose to power.

Information Booster:

Slave Dynasty (1206-1290 AD)

Qutbuddin Aibak (1206–1210):

• First independent Muslim ruler of Northern India, founder of the Delhi Sultanate.
• Built Qutub Minar and Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque.
• Died playing polo.

Aram Shah (1210–1211): After Aibak’s death, Aram Shah ruled but was overthrown by Iltutmish.

Shamsuddin Iltutmish (1211–1236):

• Consolidated Delhi Sultanate; defeated rivals like Yaldauz and Qubacha.
• Defended against Mongol threats and expanded Sultanate control over Bengal, Bihar, and Rajput territories.
• Introduced Iqtas, coins (silver tanka), and the Turkan-i-Chahalgani (Forty nobles).
• Contributions: Built Hauz-e-Shamsi, Gandhak ki Baoli, and Sultan Garhi.

Razia Sultan (1236–1240):

• First female ruler of South Asia, fought for her throne, but was defeated and killed in 1240.

Behram Shah (1240-1242) and Masud Shah (1242-1246): Short reigns after Razia, replaced by Balban.

Ghiyas-ud-din Balban (1266–1287):

• Strengthened Sultan’s position, broke up the Chahalgani.
• Introduced autocratic policies and strengthened central control.
• Defended against Mongols, secured regions like Ajmer and Nagaur.
• Introduced Persian festivals and court rituals (e.g., sijada and paibos).

Additional Knowledge:

• Khilji Dynasty: The Khilji Dynasty (1290–1320) was established by Jalal-ud-Din Khilji after the fall of the Slave Dynasty. This dynasty is known for its expansion of the Delhi Sultanate, particularly under the rule of Alauddin Khilji.
• Lodi Dynasty: The Lodi Dynasty ruled from 1451 to 1526 and was the last dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate before it fell to the Mughal Empire. Bahlul Lodi was the founder of the dynasty.
• Tughluq Dynasty: The Tughluq Dynasty (1320–1414) was founded by Ghiyas-ud-Din Tughluq. The dynasty is known for its ambitious projects and attempts to expand the Delhi Sultanate.