In Delhi Sultanate, which of the following is known as ‘Bandagan’?

Special slaves bought for military service

The correct answer is Option 4- Special slaves bought for military service

In the Delhi Sultanate, Bandagan were special slaves bought for military service.

The Delhi Sultans relied heavily on their slave armies, and the Bandagan were the most elite of the slave soldiers. They were trained from a young age in the art of warfare, and they were equipped with the best weapons and armor. The Bandagan were also given special privileges, such as exemption from taxes and access to high-ranking positions in the government.

The Bandagan played a key role in the success of the Delhi Sultanate. They helped the Sultans to expand their territories and to defeat their enemies. The Bandagan were also instrumental in maintaining law and order in the empire.

The other options are not related to the Bandagan. Appointed specialist persons for religious conversion were known as Da'is. Special Officers for Land Revenue Recovery were known as Amirs. Special craftsmen employed in the royal factories (Kharkhanas) were known as Karkhanas.