The Sultanate of Delhi, 711–1526 A.D. c19.s7.7
The Sultanate of Delhi, 711–1526 A.D. c19.s7.7
- Language
- English
c19.s7.7
A balanced view of Ala-ud-din's work and achievements must give him a high place among the rulers of Delhi during the medieval age. He was, unquestionably, the ablest Sultan during the entire period of the Sultanate of Delhi. Only one ruler of the period, namely, Muhammad bin Tughluq, challenges comparison with him in constructive ability and breadth of vision. But Muhammad Tughluq failed disastrously, while Ala-ud-din Khalji achieved success in everything that he undertook.