Multiple choice How did lltutmish ascend to the throne of Delhi? Because he was the son of Qutb-ud-din Aibak He acquired the power on the basis of force He was nominated for the post of Sultan by military officers and Turk Amir of Delhi. lltutmish was nominated as Sultan by Amir of Lahore Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Iltutmish was invited to the throne of Delhi by the military officers and the Turk Amirs of Delhi, who sought a capable ruler after the death of Qutb-ud-din Aibak and the short reign of Aram Shah.