Delhi Sultanate

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. What is Delhi Sultanate known for?Qutub Minar complex, Alai Darwaza, Tomb of Iltutmish
2. What is the reign period?1206 CE – 1526 CE
3. What is the geographical extent?Primarily Northern Indian subcontinent, with varying territorial control over time
4. Who were the first rulers of the Delhi Sultanate?The first rulers were Qutb-ud-din Aibak and his successor Iltutmish, who started the Mamluk dynasty in 1206 CE.
5. What is the Qutub Minar and why is it special?The Qutub Minar is a tall tower in Delhi that began under Aibak and was finished by Iltutmish. It shows a mix of Indian and Islamic design with beautiful patterns and calligraphy.

Iqta System: A land grant system where officials received revenue from assigned territories in lieu of salary.
Indo-Islamic Architecture: A style blending Indian architectural traditions with Islamic principles and motifs.
Persianate Culture: A culture influenced by the Persian language, literature, and administrative practices.