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Q: He was the Sultan of Delhi who introduced the practice of Sijda and Paibos in the court. Who was he?
  • A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
  • B. Iltutmish
  • C. Ibrahim Lodi
  • D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
Correct Answer: Option A - The Sultan of Delhi who introduced the practice of Sijda (prostration) and Paibos (kissing the monarch’s foot) in the court was Balban. He ruled during the 13th century, from 1266 to 1287. His policies were characterized by a harsh approach, including the idea of “blood and iron” to maintain control and discipline in the kingdom.
A. The Sultan of Delhi who introduced the practice of Sijda (prostration) and Paibos (kissing the monarch’s foot) in the court was Balban. He ruled during the 13th century, from 1266 to 1287. His policies were characterized by a harsh approach, including the idea of “blood and iron” to maintain control and discipline in the kingdom.

Explanations:

The Sultan of Delhi who introduced the practice of Sijda (prostration) and Paibos (kissing the monarch’s foot) in the court was Balban. He ruled during the 13th century, from 1266 to 1287. His policies were characterized by a harsh approach, including the idea of “blood and iron” to maintain control and discipline in the kingdom.