The central administrative department 'Diwan-i-Istihqak', created to manage state pensions for retired officials and the families of fallen soldiers, was established by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The central administrative department 'Diwan-i-Istihqak', created to manage state pensions for retired officials and the families of fallen soldiers, was established by:

A. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

B. Alauddin Khalji

C. Ghiyasuddin Balban

D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

Answer: Option A

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Firoz Shah Tughlaq created the 'Diwan-i-Istihqak' (Pension Department) to provide financial support to the elderly, scholars, and families of deceased state servants.

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