Alauddin Khalji was the most famous ruler of Khalji Dynasty. He ruled from 1296 A.D. to.1316 A.D. He was an optimist ruler. He wanted to established an empire in India.
Victories:
- In 1299, he won Gujarat.
- In 1301 A.D. he accupied Ranthambhor.
- In 1303 A.D. Chittor was under his control.
- He sent his General Malik Kafur to South India, where his army won the areas of Devagiri, Warangal, Dwar Samudra and Madurai, but Alauddin Khalji did not annex these areas into Delhi Sultanate.
Reforms of Alauddin Khalji:
1. Economic reforms: He reduced the price of essential commodities. To control the
prices, he appointed market officers. Anybody who went against his orders and rules was severely punished. .
2. Military reforms: He started the custom of writing the physical measurements of the soldiers. He started paying cash salary to soldiers. He also appointed spies to control his empire.
