ICSE Class 7 History & Civics Question 3 of 10

The Khaljis and the Tughlaqs — Question 4

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Why did Alauddin Khalji take stern measures against the nobility? Mention two such measures.

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When Alauddin Khalji came to the throne, he had to face a series of rebellions by the nobles. That is why he took stern measures against the nobility. Two such measures were:

  1. The nobles were not allowed to hold parties or festivities or to form marriage alliances without the permission of the Sultan.
  2. He established an efficient spy system to Keep a check on the activities of the nobles.