The question asks to identify the founder of the Delhi Sultanate. This requires knowledge of the early history of the Delhi Sultanate and the key figures involved in its establishment.
D) Qutbuddin Aybak — Qutbuddin Aybak was a slave general of Muhammad Ghori. After Ghori's death in 1206, Aybak declared his independence and established the Mamluk dynasty, marking the beginning of the Delhi Sultanate. He is therefore regarded as its founder.
The question asks why Qutbuddin Aybak was known by the title 'Lakh Baksh'. This title is a historical epithet given to rulers based on their actions or characteristics. We need to identify the specific action that led to this title.
Correct Option: B) He gave generous donations in lakhs
The question asks about the Sufi saint in whose memory Qutbuddin Aibak started the construction of the Qutub Minar. This requires knowledge of historical facts related to the Delhi Sultanate and Sufism.
D) Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki — The Qutub Minar was indeed named after and dedicated to the revered Sufi saint Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakhtiyar Kaki, who was a prominent figure of the Chishti order in Delhi during Qutbuddin Aibak's time. Aibak started its construction in his honor.
The question asks about the completion of the Qutub Minar's construction. This requires knowledge of the historical figures involved in its building phases.
Correct Option: C) Iltutmish completed the construction of the Qutub Minar by adding three more storeys after Qutbuddin Aybak had built only the basement.
The question asks to identify the 'real founder' of the Delhi Sultanate. This requires understanding the roles of key figures in its establishment and consolidation.
A) Iltutmish is considered the 'real founder' because he consolidated the Delhi Sultanate, made it an independent and stable political entity, organized its administration, and established a strong foundation for future rulers. While Qutbuddin Aybak founded the Mamluk dynasty, it was Iltutmish who transformed it into a robust and enduring state.
The question asks to identify the Delhi Sultanate ruler responsible for introducing the silver coin 'Tanka' and the copper coin 'Jital'. This is a factual question related to the administrative and economic reforms during the Delhi Sultanate period.
C) Iltutmish introduced the silver Tanka and the copper Jital. He standardized the coinage system of the Delhi Sultanate, which was a crucial administrative reform.