Previous year MCQs

Medieval History UPPSC 1999 GS-I
Question

Who amongst the following Generals of Alauddin Khilji, ultimately became the first Sultan of Tughluq dynasty?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option A: Ghazi Malik

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Ghazi Malik”.
Ghazi Malik was the general under Alauddin Khilji who eventually became the first Sultan of the Tughlaq dynasty. He adopted the title Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq upon ascending the throne.

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