Q. Which Gahadavala king introduced Turushkadanda tax for Ghaznavid tribute?
Answer: Chandradeva
Notes: Chandradeva, founder of the Gahadavala dynasty, instituted the Turushkadanda tax to pay annual tribute to Ghaznavid Sultans. This tax was specifically levied to maintain peace with the Ghaznavids during his rule in North India, particularly in present-day Uttar Pradesh.