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This is a picture of the most beautiful specimen of Khilji architecture, which was added as an entrance to the Qutb complex in Delhi.
With reference to the reign of this ruler, mention two important features of the Market control policy
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Solution
Alauddin set up three markets at Delhi – one for food grains, the second for cloth and the third for horses, slaves, and cattle. Each market was under the control of an officer called Shahna.
- The prices of all commodities were fixed and the prices of essential items were kept low.
- Market officers were appointed to keep a strict watch on the prices, weights, and the activities of the traders.
- Anyone caught hoarding goods or cheating customers in price or weight was severely punished.
- State warehouses were set up and stocked with food grains.
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