Which of the following combinations of ‘Ruler – Predecessor’ is correct with respect to the Delhi Sultanate?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Alaudddin Khalji – Jalaluddin Khalji.
Jalaluddin Khalji Founded the khilji dynasty in 1290 and ruled for 6 years till 1296.
Alauddin was a nephew and a son-in-law of his predecessor Jalaluddin. When Jalaluddin became the Sultan of Delhi after deposing the Mamluks, Alauddin was given the position of Amir-i-Tuzuk .He killed Jalaluddin and succeded the throne in 1296.