With reference to the administration of Delhi Sultanate, which of the following was the department of State Correspondence?

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SSC CGL 2021 Tier-I (Held On : 18 April 2022 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Diwan-i-insha.

Key Points

Diwan-i-Insha was the department of correspondence.
Delhi Sultanate's administration was segregated into various parts – Central, Provincial, Judicial, Local, etc.
There were many departments and officials who helped the Sultan in administration.

Important Points

Administration under the Sultanate:
It was also influenced by the Iranian system of administration.
The situation in India and Indian traditions was kept in mind during these systems.
Organs of the Government:
- Diwan-i-Wizarat: Department of revenue and finance headed by the Wazir.
- Diwan-i-Arz: Department of Military headed by Ariz-i-Mamalik.
- Diwan-i-Insha: Department of royal correspondence headed by Dabir-i-lnsha.
- Diwan-i-Risalat: Department of foreign affairs
- Diwan-i-bandagan: Diwan-i-bandagan (department of slaves).
- Diwan-i-Khairat: (charity department) was created by Firuz Shah Tughlaq.
- Diwan-i-mustakhraj: Diwan-i-mustakhraj (to realize arrears) was created by Alauddin Khiiji.
- Diwan- i-kohi: Diwan- i-kohi (department of agriculture) was created by Muhammad bin Tughluq.