The slave dynasty was the first Muslim dynasty to rule India. It was founded by Sultan Qutbuddin Aibak. The Slave dynasty was also called Mamluk dynasty. Mamluk was the Quranic term for slave. The Slave dynasty ruled Delhi from A.D. 1206 to 1290. In fact, three dynasties were established during this period. They were
- Qutbi dynasty (1206-1211) founded by Qutbuddin Aibak
- First Ilbari dynasty (1211- 1266) founded by Iltutmish
- Second Ilbari dynasty (1266-1290) founded by Balban
