Q. The chief achievement of Balban was
(a) the consolidation of Turkish power and putting down rebellions by reorganising his army
(b) suppression of ambitious nobles
(c) establishing rapport with the people
(d) administrative reforms
Ans: (a) the consolidation of Turkish power and putting down rebellions by reorganising his army
Explanation: (a) The consolidation of Turkish power and putting down rebellions by reorganizing his army.
The chief achievement of Balban, who was a prominent ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, was the consolidation of Turkish power and the successful suppression of rebellions. Balban reorganized and strengthened his army, which played a crucial role in maintaining and expanding the authority of the Delhi Sultanate. He implemented strict military discipline and introduced a system of espionage to keep a close watch on his officers and nobles. Through these measures, Balban effectively curbed the influence of ambitious nobles and ensured the stability and centralization of power within the Sultanate. While Balban did implement administrative reforms and attempted to establish rapport with the people, his most significant achievement was the consolidation of Turkish power and the suppression of rebellions.
