History of the Khaljis, A.D. 1290–1320 c5.47

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c5.47

²⁴ When did the idea of murdering the sultan enter 'Alāuddīn's mind? It is certain that after his return from Devagiri he never thought of making an attempt on the king's life, although his instructions to Ram Chandra to send tribute to Kara instead of Delhi hint at a contemplated revolt. But his letters to the sultan do betray his fears from an inmical section of the nobility at court. He had, therefore, made full preparations to fly to Bengal in case men like Ahmad Chap could impress upon the king the need for firm action. But when he saw the Sultan coming to Kara "unattended" he decided to murder him, for he told Almās:

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