Which medieval Sultan of Delhi transferred his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (Devagiri) in the Deccan, resulting in massive hardship and dislocation for the urban populace?

💡 Solution & Explanation

Muhammad bin Tughlaq shifted his capital to Daulatabad in 1327 to centrally administer the entire Indian subcontinent, but the experiment failed due to logistical challenges and distance from northern frontiers, forcing a return to Delhi. Alauddin Khalji maintained his capital firmly in Delhi while conducting military expeditions into the Deccan. Firoz Shah Tughlaq focused on public welfare works, canal building, and urban construction in northern India. Ibrahim Lodi was the final ruler of the Delhi Sultanate defeated by Babur at the First Battle of Panipat.