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SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CHSL 2023 - 04 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q27

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Ghiyasuddin Balban introduced the customs of Sijda' and 'Paibos' as normal forms of salutations to the king as a part of ________ etiquette.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Court.

  • Ghiyasuddin Balban introduced the customs of Sijda' and 'Paibos' as normal forms of salutations to the king as a part of court etiquette.
  • These customs were implemented to emphasize the absolute authority and divine status of the Sultan, reinforcing the idea of the king's supremacy and the hierarchical structure of the court.
  • Sijda' involved prostrating oneself before the Sultan, while Paibos required kissing the feet of the Sultan, both demonstrating extreme respect and submission.