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