Balban (reigned 1266-1287) was a powerful Sultan of the Mamluk dynasty (or Slave dynasty) of Delhi Sultanate. Facing internal rebellions, external threats, and the declining prestige of the Sultan, he implemented a severe and authoritarian policy known as the 'blood and iron' policy (loosely translated from Persian 'Siyasat-i-gardun'), which involved ruthless suppression of enemies, maintaining a strong army, and asserting the Sultan's absolute authority. - Iltutmish was the actual founder of the Delhi Sultanate and organized it. - Ala-ud-din Khalji was known for his market regulations and conquests. - Muhammad bin Tughluq was known for his eccentric projects and administrative reforms.
Which Delhi Sultan is known for adopting the 'blood and iron' policy?
Asked in BPSC Prelims Exam 66th · Topic: Delhi Sultanate: Slave Dynasty (Ghiyas ud din Balban: Theory of kingship and administrative centralization)
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