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Ancient and Medival History Sultanate Period

‘His reign was notable for his administration. He strictly followed the advice of the ulemas in running the administration. Iqta system was revived and made hereditary. Jiziya was strictly imposed on non- Muslims. He was the first Sultan to impose irrigation tax. But at the same time he dug irrigation canals and wells. He also developed royal factories called karkhanasin which thousands of slaves were employed. About 300 new towns were built during his reign. A new department called Diwan-i-Khairatwas created to take care of orphans and widows. Free hospitals and marriage bureaus for poor Muslims were also established during his reign.’

Who is the above described Sultan/Emperor?

Sikandar Lodi

Balban

Mohd. Bin Tuglaq

Firoz Shah Tuglaq

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Explanation:

Firoz Shah Tuglaq

The provided description matches the reign of Firoz Shah Tughlaq. During his rule, Firoz Shah Tughlaq implemented various administrative reforms and initiatives, including the revival of the Iqta system, imposition of Jizya on non-Muslims, introduction of irrigation tax, and the creation of royal factories known as karkhanas. He also undertook irrigation projects, dug canals and wells, and built new towns. Additionally, Firoz Shah Tughlaq established social welfare measures such as the Diwan-i-Khairat for orphans and widows, free hospitals, and marriage bureaus for poor Muslims.