Under the centralized administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the 'Amir-i-Akhur' was an important official in charge of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Under the centralized administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the 'Amir-i-Akhur' was an important official in charge of:
A. The imperial kitchen and banquets
B. The royal treasury
C. The royal cavalry and horse stables
D. The state intelligence network
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The 'Amir-i-Akhur' was the Superintendent of the Royal Stables. Jamal-ud-din Yaqut notably held this powerful post under Razia Sultana, causing resentment among Turkish nobles.

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