Khalji Economic Administration

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Exam Year

2011

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UPSC Level

ID: HIS_MED_2011_65 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India

Which Sultan of Delhi was the first to charge 'Ghari' or House-tax?

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Correct Option: B

Alauddin Khalji was the first Sultan of Delhi to introduce the 'Ghari' (House Tax) and 'Chari' (Grazing Tax) to maximize state revenue.

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