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Q · Delhi Sultanate medium · 45s
Who was the first woman to sit on the throne of Delhi Sultanate?
TopicDelhi Sultanate
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Razia Sultana, daughter of Sultan Iltutmish, became the first and only woman to rule the Delhi Sultanate from 1236-1240 CE, breaking traditional gender barriers.
Final Answer: Option A - Razia Sultana