Government, Economic, and Social Life under the Delhi Sultanate along with a robust central and local administration.

Government, Economic, and Social Life under the Delhi Sultanate

The Sultan

Overview:

  • Held supreme political, military, and legal authority.
  • Responsible for state safety, administration, and justice.
  • Acted as a court of appeal and appointed judges.
  • No clear law of succession; military strength and public opinion influenced succession.

Central Administration

Details:

  • Ministers assisted the Sultan; roles evolved over time.
  • Wazir's role shifted from military to revenue expert.
  • Diwan-i-Arz managed military affairs and introduced reforms.
  • Diwan-i-Risalat managed religious and justice matters.
  • Diwan-i-Insha handled state correspondence.
  • Intelligence agents (barids) and household department were vital.

Local Administration

Overview:

  • Country divided into iqtas governed by muqtis or walis.
  • Muqtis maintained law, order, and collected revenue.
  • Central control over muqtis increased over time.
  • Provinces divided into shiqs and parganas, administered by local leaders.
  • Alauddin Khalji's changes led to conflicts and peasant rebellions.

Economic and Social Policies

Details:

  • Land revenue was the primary income source.
  • Reforms in revenue collection started under Alauddin Khalji.
  • Military reforms ensured quality and efficiency.
  • Firuz Tughlaq established a department for public works and slaves.

Influence and Legacy

Overview:

  • Influenced the Mughal administration system in the 16th century.
  • Practices continued to impact administrative frameworks long after the Sultanate's decline.
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