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Which was the first dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate?

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

Answer options

  1. Mamluk dynasty
  2. Tughlaq dynasty
  3. Khilji dynasty
  4. Lodi dynasty

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Mamluk dynasty

Explanation: The correct answer is A. Mamluk dynasty. The Mamluk dynasty, also known as the Slave dynasty, was the first ruling dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. It was established in 1206 CE by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, after the latter's death. The dynasty is called "Mamluk" because many of its rulers were of slave origin. It laid the foundation of Muslim rule in northern India and was succeeded by the Khilji dynasty.