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Delhi Sultanate Slave Dynasty | Qutb-ud-din Aibak - Iltutmish - Razia Sultan - Balban - Key points about the Delhi Sultanate Slave Dynasty

Delhi Sultanate Slave Dynasty: The Slave Dynasty, the first dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate, ruled over North India from 1206 to 1290. It was founded by Qutb-ud-din Aibak after the death of Muhammad Ghori.  Here are key points about the Slave Dynasty: Qutb-ud-din Aibak (1206–1210): 1. Founder: Qutb-ud-din Aibak was a slave and a trusted general of Muhammad Ghori. After Ghori's death, Aibak established the Slave Dynasty and became the first Sultan of Delhi. 2. Administration: Qutb-ud-din Aibak's rule was relatively short, and his administration was focused on consolidating power. He continued many administrative practices from the Ghurid period. 3. Construction of Qutub Minar: Aibak initiated the construction of the Qutub Minar in Delhi, which was later completed by his successors. The Qutub Minar stands as a symbol of early Islamic architecture in India. Iltutmish (1211–1236): 1. Succession: Iltutmish, a slave of Qutb-ud-din Aibak, succeeded him as the ruler of the Delhi Sultana...