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Question
Answer the following question in one or two words/ sentences :
Why did Iltutmish nominate his daughter Razia as his successor?
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Solution
Iltutmish nominated his daughter Razia as his successor because his sons were inexperienced, weak, and worthless rulers and they spent all their time in a fun and pleasure-loving things whereas Razia was a brave, intelligent and just woman. She possessed all the qualities of a great monarch.
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