History • Medieval IndiaEasy
Which of the following Delhi Sultanate rulers is credited with establishing the separate agriculture department known as 'Diwan-i-Kohi' and undertaking experimental state farming in the Doab region?
A. Alauddin Khalji
B. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq✓ Correct Answer
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
💡 Solution & Explanation
Muhammad bin Tughlaq established the dedicated agriculture department of Diwan-i-Kohi to boost crop yields through state-sponsored land cultivation. Rulers like Firoz Shah Tughlaq focused more on irrigation canals and revenue taxation rather than this specific experimental farming project. The initiative ultimately faltered due to poor soil quality and erratic rainfall.
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