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Iltutmish in Consolidating the Delhi Sultanate

Role of Iltutmish in Consolidating the Delhi Sultanate

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Introduction The consolidation of the Delhi Sultanate was not an automatic process after its establishment by Qutb-ud-din Aibak. It required a capable and visionary ruler to stabilize the fragile political structure. This crucial task was performed by Shams-ud-din Iltutmish (1211–1236 CE), who is widely regarded as the real consolidator of the Delhi Sultanate. When Iltutmish…

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Political Activities of the Nawabs of Awadh

Political Activities of the Nawabs of Awadh after the Decline of the Mughal Empire

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Introduction The decline of the Mughal Empire in the 18th century created a political vacuum in northern India. The once-centralized authority of Delhi weakened under the combined pressures of internal corruption, administrative inefficiency, and external invasions. In this context, several regional powers emerged, asserting autonomy while maintaining nominal allegiance to the Mughal throne. Among these,…

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