UPSC Prelims 2022 · Question 58 of 98
UPSC Prelims 2022 question on Kulah Daran Sayyids
- ExamUPSC CSE
- Year2022
- PaperGeneral Studies Paper I
- SubjectMedieval History
- TopicDelhi Sultanate
- DifficultyHard
- TypeDirect
With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as "Kulah-Daran"?
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Answer: D. Sayyids
Verdict
Correct answer: Option (d) — Sayyids.
Analysis
The Sayyids were claimed to descend from the Prophet through his daughter Fatima. They commanded special respect in Muslim society.
Even the Timur protected the life of Sayyids during his invasion in India. Although his policy was one of general slaughter.
The sayyids put on a pointed cap (kulah) and they were known as 'Kulah Daran' during Delhi sultanate.