The Foundation of Muslim Rule in India: A History of the Establishment and Progress of the Turkish Sultanate of Delhi, 1206–1290 A.D. c9.65

c9.65

The last-mentioned appointment was destined to change the trend of the whole situation. Although appointed as one of their nominees, Balban soon overshadowed his partymen, and by superior ability, appropriated all power. With the state administration in his control, he diverted the energy of the military aristocracy to campaigns against the Rajputs and the Mongols. For, he realised that absence of military action was largely responsible for the confusion which characterised the preceding reigns. It was this action which made for the comparative tranquility of Masud's reign and its continuation for four years.