History • Medieval IndiaMedium
In the administrative vocabulary of the Delhi Sultanate, what was the primary function of the 'Muqtis' or 'Iqtadars'?
A. To collect taxes and maintain law and order in specific territorial assignments✓ Correct Answer
B. To inspect the quality of currency coins in royal mints
C. To supervise religious endowments and charitable grants
D. To negotiate treaties with neighboring foreign kingdoms
💡 Solution & Explanation
Muqtis and Iqtadars were military commanders granted assignments called iqtas during the Delhi Sultanate to collect land revenue and maintain troops for administrative stability. They did not manage mints or religious endowments, which fell under separate officials like the sadr. Medieval administrative terms are essential for civil services history modules.
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