During the Delhi Sultanate, the department designated as 'Diwan-i-Arz' was established primarily to handle which of the following functions?

💡 Solution & Explanation

The Diwan-i-Arz was the military department founded by Balban to maintain direct control over the armed forces, inspect troops, and manage the muster roll. The Diwan-i-Insha handled royal correspondence and drafted imperial firmans. The Diwan-i-Wizarat managed financial administration and revenue collection under the Wazir. The Diwan-i-Riyasat oversaw market regulations introduced by Khilji rulers. The Diwan-i-Khairat was established by Firoz Shah Tughlaq for charitable grants.