Q. Which of the following Muslim rulers enforced price control system?
(a) Alauddin Khilji
(b) Mohd. Tughlaq
(c) lltutmish
(d) Balban
Ans: (a) Alauddin Khilji
Explanation:
The Muslim ruler who enforced a price control system was (a) Alauddin Khilji.
Alauddin Khilji, the second ruler of the Khilji dynasty in medieval India, implemented a series of economic reforms known as the market control system or the price control system. This system aimed to regulate and control the prices of various goods and commodities to ensure stability and affordability for the general population.
Alauddin Khilji’s price control measures included setting price limits on essential items, controlling market practices, and implementing strict punishments for black market activities. The objective was to prevent hoarding, profiteering, and inflation, and to ensure the availability of goods at fair prices for the people.
While other rulers like Mohd. Tughlaq, lltutmish, and Balban made significant contributions to medieval Indian history, they did not enforce a price control system as explicitly and comprehensively as Alauddin Khilji.
Therefore, the correct answer to your question is (a) Alauddin Khilji.
