Question

Why was Mamluk dynasty called the Slave dynasty?

• A. Mamluks were traditional slave owners.
• B. Mamluks were traditional slave traders.
• C. Mamluks were rulers of slave origins.
• D. Mamluks were slaves who were once rulers.

Answer 1

The correct option is C Mamluks were rulers of slave origins.

Mamluk dynasty was also known as slave dynasty because it consisted of rulers of slave origins. Many nobles did not accept these slave rulers, so their rule was explicitly supported by the Caliphate.