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U.P.P.C.S. Special Mains 2004

Medieval Agricultural Policy

Authentic Past Paper Standard Evaluation

Which Sultan introduced new Department 'Aamir-e-Kohi'?

Solution & Analysis

Answer: C

Concept Muhammad Bin Tughluq was a visionary who recognized the need for state-led agricultural development. He created a specialized bureau to manage land reclamation and crop improvement.

Explanation Historical texts identify the Diwan-i-Amir-Kohi as MBT’s agricultural ministry. It was tasked with distributing *Sondhar
(loans) and encouraging peasants to grow superior crops like wheat instead of barley.

Logical Breakup
Logic 1: The department was headed by the 'Amir-e-Kohi'. It failed largely due to official corruption and a massive famine in the Doab.
Logic 2: While Firuz Shah (B) built canals, it was MBT (C) who first created the formal agricultural department for direct field intervention.

Active Recall

Question

What was the 'model farm' experiment of MBT?

Answer

He established a 60-square-mile state farm to demonstrate modern agricultural techniques, though it failed due to poor land choice and corruption.

Core Insight

Amir-e-Kohi represents the first instance of a 'Ministry of Agriculture' in Indian history, showing the Sultan's scientific approach to governance.

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