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The Delhi Sultan who transferred the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (Devagiri) was

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

Answer options

  1. Qutubuddin Aibak
  2. Iltutmish
  3. Muhammad-bin Tughlaq
  4. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Muhammad-bin Tughlaq

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Muhammad-bin Tughlaq 📚 Explanation: Muhammad-bin Tughlaq transferred his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (Devagiri) in 1327 to exert better control over Southern India. However, the move was a disaster as many people died during the long journey, and the new location lacked sufficient water. He eventually ordered everyone to move back to Delhi, causing further hardship.