pyq/2021/history-optional-i/5

Answer the following questions in about 150 words each:

(a) Discuss the different stages of Indian feudalism and analyze its impact on Indian political system. (10 marks, 150 words)

(b) Do you consider Sultan Iltutmish to be the real founder of the Delhi Sultanate? Discuss. (10 marks, 150 words)

(c) Identify the different categories of Persian literature which emerged during the Delhi Sultanate. (10 marks, 150 words)

(d) Examine the causes of Babur's success against Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat. (10 marks, 150 words)

(e) Discuss the attitude of Chishti saints towards the state. How were the Suhrawardi saints different in their attitude towards the government? (10 marks, 150 words)