Multiple choice

The sultan who set up a separate deparment for the maintenance of slaves was

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Firo Shah Tughlaq

  3. Balban

  4. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Firoz Shah Tughlaq (reigned 1351-1388 CE) established a separate department called 'Diwan-i-Kohi' (Department of Agriculture) and organized a systematic system for slave maintenance. He created the 'Bandagan-i-Khas' (special slaves) category and set up proper training and maintenance structures for slaves, reflecting his administrative approach to institutions.