History • Medieval IndiaEasy
Which medieval Sultan of Delhi is known for shifting his capital to Daulatabad (Devagiri) in an ill-fated attempt to centrally govern the entire Indian subcontinent?
A. Iltutmish
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq✓ Correct Answer
D. Sikandar Lodi
💡 Solution & Explanation
Muhammad bin Tughlaq ordered the administrative capital of the Delhi Sultanate to be shifted from Delhi to Daulatabad in 1327 to establish a central base capable of controlling the southern provinces. The experiment ultimately failed due to logistical nightmares and water scarcity, prompting a return to Delhi. Contemporary chroniclers like Ibn Battuta and Barani extensively documented the immense hardships faced by citizens during this forced migration.
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