Which king called himself as Naib-e-Khuda (Deputy of God)?
Correct answer: D. Ghiyasuddin Balban
- A. Akbar the great
- B. Ala-ud-din Khilji
- C. Muhammad Tughluk
- D. Ghiyasuddin Balban
Explanation
Ghiyasuddin Balban adopted a strongly exalted theory of kingship and described himself as the deputy of God, or Naib-e-Khuda. This helped him demand strict obedience from nobles and subjects.
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