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Q · Delhi Sultanate medium · 45s
Who was the founder of the Delhi Sultanate?
TopicDelhi Sultanate
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave general of Muhammad Ghori, founded the Delhi Sultanate in 1206 CE after his master's death, establishing the Slave Dynasty.
Final Answer: Option A - Qutb-ud-din Aibak