History · Sources of Medieval Indian History
UGC NET December 2019 History
Which of the following statements about Sultan Alauddin Khalji are correct? Choose the correct option.
- 1. He knew how to say his prayers, but he never fasted.
- 2. He prohibited the drinking of intoxicants.
- 3. He encouraged nobles to marry as much as they wished.
- 4. He agreed with the ulema to run the state as per the Shariat.
A1, 2 and 3 only
B1 and 2 only ✓ Correct
C1, 3 and 4 only
D2 and 4 only
Correct answer: (B) 1 and 2 only — The first two statements are correct, so the answer is 1 and 2 only.
Explanation
★The first two statements are correct, so the answer is 1 and 2 only.
★Alauddin was not a practising Muslim; most of his decisions were based on political acumen, not the Shariat.
★He knew how to say his prayers but never fasted, so the first statement holds.
★He prohibited the sale and use of intoxicants, so the second statement holds.
★He did not encourage nobles to marry freely, and he did not agree to run the state per the Shariat.
★So only the first and second statements are correct.
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