Multiple choice

Who among the following made army services as hereditary?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Balban

  3. Feroz Shah Tuglaq

  4. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Feroz Shah Tughlaq made army services hereditary to ensure loyalty and stability. Soldiers' sons would automatically inherit positions, creating a dedicated military class. This was different from earlier recruitment practices.

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