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History question from JKAS Prelims, 2022 by JKPSC

In the entire history of the Delhi Sultanate, there was only one Sultan who voluntarily abdicated his throne and moved to a small town away from Delhi.

Which one of the following personalities is related to this context?

Last updated May 15, 2026
Correct Answer: Option B — Alam Shah of the Sayyid dynasty
Historical Context
Ala-ud-din Alam Shah was the last ruler of the Sayyid dynasty. In 1448, he voluntarily abdicated the throne of Delhi and retired to Badaun, a small town where he had previously served as governor.

The Abdication: Unlike other Sultans who were deposed, assassinated, or died in battle, Alam Shah preferred the quiet life in Badaun over the constant political intrigue and decaying power of the Delhi Sultanate at the time.

The Succession: His departure created a power vacuum in Delhi, which was eventually filled by Bahlul Lodi, the founder of the Lodi dynasty, in 1451.

Final Years: Alam Shah lived peacefully in Badaun for nearly 30 years after leaving Delhi, passing away in 1478.
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