Question

With reference to the Khilji dynasty, answer the following question:

What were the methods adopted by Alauddin Khilji to crush the power of the nobility?

Answer 1

When Alauddin Khilji came to the throne, he had to face a series of rebellions from the nobles. So he took a number of measures to crush their power.

1. The Nobles were not allowed to hold parties or festivities or to form marriage alliances without the permission of the Sultan.
2. The use of wine and intoxicants was banned.
3. Gambling was forbidden and gamblers were severely punished.
4. He stopped paying the soldiers inland and introduced cash salaries.
5. He established an efficient spy system to keep a check on the activities of the nobles.