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What was known as "THE FORTY" during delhi sultanate period?

  1. A group of thieves

  2. A group of ministers

  3. A group of nobles and rich men

  4. Informers of the sultan
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Forty' (Turkan-i-Chahalgani) was an elite group of 40 Turkish nobles who held significant power during the Delhi Sultanate, especially under Iltutmish. They were neither thieves, ministers, nor informers - they were powerful aristocrats.

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