History of the Qaraunah Turks in India c12.29

c12.29

The empire was organised on a feudal basis with the Sultan as the apex of the whole system. He was the fountain of all authority and justice and his government was of an autocratic character. The institutions of government were well-organised; they were based upon the Persian model and their proper working was ensured by the ability and energy of the autocrat. The Sultan, though he enjoyed unlimited power, had a small council which advised him in important matters. Barani pours his cold scorn upon the members of this council whom he holds responsible for the unorthodox acts of his reign. They were¹¹ :—