Multiple choice

The sultan who made a successful attempt to free himself form the control of the ulewas was:

  1. Balban

  2. Fioz shah

  3. Alauddin

  4. Jalaluddin

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Alauddin Khalji successfully curtailed the power of the ulema (religious scholars) and established a more centralized authority. Unlike previous sultans who were heavily influenced by religious authorities, Alauddin implemented policies that reduced their political influence and asserted state supremacy in administrative matters.