WBCS.LIVE practice question

After consolidating his power, Balban assumed the grand title of

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Tuti-e-Hind
  2. Kaiser-i-Hind
  3. Zil-i-Ilahi
  4. Din-i-Ilahi

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Zil-i-Ilahi

Explanation: The correct answer is C. Zil-i-Ilahi. Zil-i-Ilahi, which means ‘Shadow of God’, title taken by Ghiyasuddin Balban. Ghiyasuddin Balban, one of the most powerful rulers of the Slave Dynasty, adopted this divine title to enhance the dignity and authority of the monarchy.