Khalji Economic Reforms
UPSC Archival Analysis
Exam Year
2010
Evidence Source
UPSC Level
ID: HIS_MED_2010_72 Ref: Satish Chandra, Medieval India
Which one of the following Kings of the medieval India began the 'Public Distribution System'?
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Correct Option: A
Alauddin Khalji is credited with starting a medieval version of the Public Distribution System (PDS) by regulating grain markets and maintaining state-controlled granaries.