In this article we will discuss about the contribution of Ala-ud-Din Khilji towards architecture during the medieval age. The reign of Alla-ud-Din Khilji marked a new phase in the history of medieval architect. His architectural design was an improvement upon that followed by the previous Sultans. Even his successors (the Tughlaqs) could not produce as magnificent structures as were raised [...]
Foundation of Khilzi Dynasty: With the passage of time, the course of the history of the Delhi Sultanate changed and the power transferred from the hands of the Balbari dynasty to Khilji dynasty. It is said that in his death, Balban heard the death knell of his dynasty. After the death of his eldest son prince Muhammad, Balbon had realized [...]
"He (Ala-Ud-Din) was a savage tyrant with very little regard for justice and his reign, though marked by the conquest of Gujarat and many successful raids was exceedingly disgraceful in many respects"-V.A. Smith. Theory of Kingship: In the matters of theory of kingship, Ala-ud-din like Balban believed in the divine right of king. Considering him as the representative of God, [...]