In the Delhi Sultanate, what was the main duty of the ‘Muqtis’ in their assigned Iqta?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The position of 'Mukti' (also known as 'Iqtadar') was a crucial one in the administrative system of the Delhi Sultanate.
The main role of 'Mukti' or 'Iqtadar' -
During the Sultanate period, the empire was divided into administrative units called 'Iqtas'. The administrators of these areas were called 'Mukti' or 'Wali'.
Their main duties and responsibilities:
Military leadership: Leading military campaigns within their Iqta (area) on the orders of the Sultan.
Law and order: Maintaining peace and smooth functioning of the administrative system within their assigned area.
Revenue collection: Collecting taxes from their Iqta. They used this revenue to maintain their army and pay their own salaries.
Accounting: They had to report to the state how much revenue was collected and how much was spent on the army.