Q. Consider the following pairs:
| Mahmud of Ghazni |
Coins with dual inscriptions |
| Iltutmish |
Coins describing him as Khalifa's lieutenant |
| Akbar |
Introduced the silver rupee |
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
Answer:
Only two pairs
Notes:
- Mahmud of Ghazni: His silver coins are notable for having his name inscribed in both Arabic and Persian, reflecting the cultural influences of his reign. Thus, this pair is correct.
- Iltutmish: His coins indeed refer to him as a lieutenant of the Khalifa, which indicates his allegiance and legitimacy during his rule. This pair is correct.
- Akbar: Sher Shah Suri introduced the silver rupee in medieval India around 1540 CE. So this is incorrect.
Thus, all two pairs are correct.