Multiple choice

According to the description of Al Umari, what was the salary of 'Khan' the highest military officer?

  1. Two lacs Tankas annually

  2. Two lacs Tankas monthly

  3. Three lacs Tankas annually

  4. Three lacs Tankas monthly
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Explanation

According to the 14th-century historian Al Umari, who wrote about the Delhi Sultanate, the Khan (the highest military officer) received a salary of two lakh tankas annually. This was a substantial sum reflecting the importance of the military command. The annual nature of the payment is well-documented in contemporary accounts.

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