SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 76

SSC CHSL - 25 Nov 2025 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q76

Which contemporary chronicler acknowledged that Raziyya Sultan was more capable than her brothers?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The 13th-century Persian historian Minhaj-i-Siraj believed that Razia Sultan was more capable and competent than all her brothers.

In his work 'Tabaqat-i-Nasiri', he praised Razia's administrative skills and leadership qualities, although he was not comfortable accepting a female ruler.