GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who introduced ‘Chehra’ and ‘Daag’ as a major Military reform?
A
Iltumish
B
Balban
C
Razia Sultan
D
Alauddin Khilji
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Dagh and Chehra system was introduced by Alauddin Khilji (1296–1316) and consisted of two practices: Ala-ud-din introduced a system of chehra, an identity card system for every soldier, Dagh to brand horses to be used specifically for wars. Dagh and chehra were the 2 reforms in the army.

Detailed explanation-2: -Allauddin Khilji implemented various reforms in administration. He abolished religious endowments, Inams (gift) lands and subsidy. He made taxation from the lower to the higher classes mandatory without any bias. He regulated markets, so that common people had access to goods at fair prices.

Detailed explanation-3: -Malik Kafur: As stated in the hint, Malik Kafur was the general of Alauddin Khilji who led campaigns in South India.

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