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The Diwan-i-Qaza: The Ministry of Justice

Description: The Diwan-i-Qaza was the Ministry of Justice in the Delhi Sultanate. It was responsible for administering justice and enforcing the law. The Diwan-i-Qaza was headed by the Qazi-ul-Quzat, who was the chief judge of the Sultanate. He was assisted by a number of judges, who were known as qazis.
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What was the name of the Ministry of Justice in the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Diwan-i-Wazarat

  2. Diwan-i-Arz

  3. Diwan-i-Qaza

  4. Diwan-i-Insha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Diwan-i-Qaza was the Ministry of Justice in the Delhi Sultanate.

Who was the head of the Diwan-i-Qaza?

  1. Sultan

  2. Wazir

  3. Qazi-ul-Quzat

  4. Mir Bakshi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Qazi-ul-Quzat was the head of the Diwan-i-Qaza.

What was the role of the Qazi-ul-Quzat?

  1. To administer justice and enforce the law

  2. To collect taxes

  3. To command the army

  4. To manage the finances of the Sultanate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The role of the Qazi-ul-Quzat was to administer justice and enforce the law.

Who assisted the Qazi-ul-Quzat?

  1. Wazirs

  2. Mir Bakshis

  3. Qazis

  4. Sadrs


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Qazi-ul-Quzat was assisted by a number of judges, who were known as qazis.

What was the main function of the Diwan-i-Qaza?

  1. To administer justice and enforce the law

  2. To collect taxes

  3. To command the army

  4. To manage the finances of the Sultanate


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main function of the Diwan-i-Qaza was to administer justice and enforce the law.

What types of cases did the Diwan-i-Qaza handle?

  1. Criminal cases

  2. Civil cases

  3. Both criminal and civil cases

  4. None of the above


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Diwan-i-Qaza handled both criminal and civil cases.

What was the basis of the law administered by the Diwan-i-Qaza?

  1. The Quran and the Sunnah

  2. The Hindu Shastras

  3. The customary law of the region

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The law administered by the Diwan-i-Qaza was based on the Quran and the Sunnah.

How were judges appointed to the Diwan-i-Qaza?

  1. By the Sultan

  2. By the Qazi-ul-Quzat

  3. By the Wazir

  4. By the Mir Bakshi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Judges were appointed to the Diwan-i-Qaza by the Sultan.

What were the qualifications for becoming a judge in the Diwan-i-Qaza?

  1. To be a Muslim

  2. To be a scholar of Islamic law

  3. To be of good character

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The qualifications for becoming a judge in the Diwan-i-Qaza were to be a Muslim, to be a scholar of Islamic law, and to be of good character.

What was the procedure for resolving a case in the Diwan-i-Qaza?

  1. The plaintiff would file a complaint with the qazi

  2. The defendant would be summoned to court

  3. The qazi would hear evidence from both sides

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The procedure for resolving a case in the Diwan-i-Qaza was as follows: the plaintiff would file a complaint with the qazi, the defendant would be summoned to court, and the qazi would hear evidence from both sides.

What was the punishment for a crime in the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Fines

  2. Imprisonment

  3. Corporal punishment

  4. Death


Correct Option:
Explanation:

The punishment for a crime in the Delhi Sultanate could be fines, imprisonment, corporal punishment, or death.

What was the role of the Diwan-i-Qaza in the administration of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. To maintain law and order

  2. To protect the rights of the people

  3. To ensure justice for all

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The role of the Diwan-i-Qaza in the administration of the Delhi Sultanate was to maintain law and order, to protect the rights of the people, and to ensure justice for all.

How did the Diwan-i-Qaza contribute to the success of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. It helped to maintain law and order

  2. It protected the rights of the people

  3. It ensured justice for all

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Diwan-i-Qaza contributed to the success of the Delhi Sultanate by helping to maintain law and order, protecting the rights of the people, and ensuring justice for all.

What are some of the challenges that the Diwan-i-Qaza faced?

  1. Corruption

  2. Inefficiency

  3. Lack of resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Diwan-i-Qaza faced a number of challenges, including corruption, inefficiency, and lack of resources.

How did the Diwan-i-Qaza evolve over time?

  1. It became more centralized

  2. It became more decentralized

  3. It became more efficient

  4. It became more corrupt


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Diwan-i-Qaza evolved over time and became more centralized.

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