Multiple choice

Which of the following was the greatest achievement of Allauddin Khilji?

  1. Invasion of South India

  2. Contribution to art

  3. Measures to improve the standards of living

  4. Revenue system and control in inflation
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Explanation

Alauddin Khilji's most significant achievement was his revolutionary revenue system and effective control over inflation. He implemented market regulations, fixed prices for essential commodities, and established an efficient grain procurement and distribution system. His administrative reforms in this area were far ahead of their time and provided stability to his empire. While he did invade South India, the economic reforms were more impactful and long-lasting.

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