Question

Who among the following rulers belongs to Slave Dynasty?

• A. Shershah Suri
• B. Muhammed Ghori
• C. Shams‐ud‐din Iltutmish
• D. Humayun

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The question asks about the ruler who belonged to the Slave Dynasty from the given options. Let's analyze each option to determine the correct answer:

1. Shershah Suri: Shershah Suri was the founder of the Sur Empire in North India. He is known for defeating the Mughal emperor Humayun and is not related to the Slave Dynasty.
2. Muhammed Ghori: Also known as Muhammad of Ghor, he was an Islamic ruler who is not considered part of the Slave Dynasty. He conquered parts of Northern India but his empire was succeeded by the Delhi Sultanate, which includes the Slave Dynasty.
3. Shams‐ud‐din Iltutmish: He was indeed a ruler of the Slave Dynasty, which was also known as the Mamluk Dynasty. Iltutmish was the third Sultan of the Slave Dynasty of Delhi. He is notable for consolidating the empire and is considered one of its most effective rulers. This option is the correct answer.
4. Humayun: Humayun was a Mughal emperor and the son of Babur. He had no link to the Slave Dynasty as he belonged to the Mughal Dynasty.

Therefore, the correct answer is Shams‐ud‐din Iltutmish as he was a ruler of the Slave Dynasty.