Q. Which type of work was looked after by the department of Diwan-i-Kohi under Muhammad Tughlaq?
(a) Agriculture
(b) Army
(c) Justice
(d) Royal correspondence
Ans: (a) Agriculture
Explanation: The department of Diwan-i Kohi under Muhammad Tughlaq was responsible for overseeing agricultural matters.
Muhammad Tughlaq, who ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1325 to 1351, implemented several administrative reforms during his reign. One of these reforms was the establishment of Diwan-i Kohi, which was specifically tasked with agricultural affairs.
Diwan-i Kohi focused on managing and improving agricultural production, land revenue assessment, irrigation systems, and other related matters. It aimed to ensure the effective cultivation of agricultural lands and the collection of revenue from agricultural resources.
Therefore, the correct answer is (a) Agriculture.
