Lodi Sultans: Of the three Lodi Sultans namely Bahlol Lodi (1451 to 1489), Sikandar Lodi (1489 to 1517) and Ibrahim Lodi (1517 to 1526), Sikandar Lodi is regarded as the ablest, the greatest and the most successful Sultan. Most of the time of Bahlol Lodi was spent in checking revolts and consolidating his position. There was very little left at [...]
Founder of the Lodi dynasty (1451-1526): The Lodi dynasty founded by Bahlol Lodi lasted for about 76 years. The dynasty derives its name from an Afghan tribe known as Lodi. There were three rulers of this dynasty. Bahlol Lodi founded the dynasty, Sikandar Lodi enhanced its prestige and power. The last ruler Ibrahim Lodi tried to increase its prestige and [...]
1. Strengthening the position of the Sultan: Balban took the following steps in this regard: (i) He glorified the position of the Sultan. He declared that it was the duty of all to submit to him. (ii) He enforced strict discipline in the court; No one was allowed to indulge in humour or loose talk. (iii) He himself set ideal [...]