WBCS.LIVE practice question

Which Sultan of Delhi introduced the "Iqta System" as a formal administrative and land revenue mechanism?

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

Answer options

  1. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
  2. Iltutmish
  3. Balban
  4. Alauddin Khalji

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Iltutmish

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Iltutmish šŸ“š Explanation: Iltutmish organized the Iqta system to centralize administration and pay his military officers by granting them the right to collect land revenue from specific territories. The holders of these lands, known as Iqtadars or Muqtis, were responsible for maintaining troops and maintaining law and order. This system helped in consolidating the Delhi Sultanate during its infancy.