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UPPSC 2014 GS-I Medieval History
Question

What was the boundary between the Delhi Sultan and Mongols during the period of Alauddin Khilji after 1306 A.D.?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Ravi

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ravi”.
During the period of Alauddin Khilji (1296-1316 A.D.), the boundary between the Delhi Sultanate and the Mongols was the Ravi River.

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