With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as “Kulah-Daran”? (2022)
✓ Correct answer: d) Sayyids
ExplanationThe 'Kulah-Daran' are a group of Persian immigrants who lived in India in the eleventh century."Kulah-Daran" literally translates to "hat-wearers" and was used to describe people who wore a specific kind of Persian cap called a "kulah." The Sayyids (1414 to 1451 AD) were known as ‘Kulah Daran’ during the Delhi sultanate.They were the fourth ruling family of the Delhi Sultanate established by Khizr khan.Other dynasties of the Dehi Sultanate are: Mamluks (AD 1206–AD 1290) The Khaljis (AD 1290–AD 1320) The Tughlaqs (AD 1320–AD 1412) The Lodis (AD 1451– AD 1526).
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