Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Medieval History

Question:

Which of the following sultan shifted his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?

Options:

Ghiyasuddin Tuglaq

Shahjahan

Allauddin Khilji

Mohammad Bin Tuglaq

Correct Answer:

Mohammad Bin Tuglaq

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 4- Mohammad Bin Tuglaq

Muhammad Bin Tughlaq shifted his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad in 1327. He did this for a number of reasons, including:

  • To have a more centrally located capital that would be easier to defend from invaders.
  • To improve trade and commerce with the Deccan region.
  • To escape the heat and dust of Delhi.

However, the move was not successful. The people of Delhi were reluctant to leave their homes and businesses, and the journey to Daulatabad was long and difficult. The city was also not well-suited to be a capital, as it was short of water and food.