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Which of the following best explains the main reason the Delhi Sultanate expanded its territory during the 13th and 14th centuries?

easy MCQ 1 mark Class 8 · History · From Trade to Territory
  1. Control over trade routes
  2. Desire for religious propagation
  3. Competition with neighboring kingdoms
  4. Access to new agricultural lands
Answer
Control over trade routes

The correct answer is Control over trade routes — Conclude that (a) is the correct explanation.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Identify the main driver of territorial expansion during this period.
  2. Recognise that securing profitable trade routes ensured economic advantage.
  3. Match this to option (a) "Control over trade routes".
  4. Conclude that (a) is the correct explanation.
Common mistake: Confusing religious motives with economic motives

Concept tested: Trade routes as basis for territorial expansion

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