The historic silver coin called the 'Tanka' and the copper coin called the 'Jital' were systematically institutionalized by which early Delhi ruler? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The historic silver coin called the 'Tanka' and the copper coin called the 'Jital' were systematically institutionalized by which early Delhi ruler?
A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
B. Razia Sultana
C. Shamsuddin Iltutmish
D. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Sultan Iltutmish introduced the pure Arabic coinage system in India, standardizing the silver 'Tanka' (weighing 175 grains) and the copper 'Jital'.

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