Question

Consider the following statements with regard to Firoz Shah Tughlaq
1. He uplifted the slaves.
2. Recruitment was based on hereditary basis.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 and 2

Answer 1

The correct option is C Both 1 and 2

<!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> Firoz Shah Tughlaq: (1351 to 1388 CE)
He uplifted the slaves.
Payment of tax through village and land grant
Recruitment was based on hereditary basis.
He not only revived the Iqtadari system but also made it hereditary. Soldiers were given land assignments (jagir system), and even their recruitment was made hereditary