Q. Assertion (A): The Sultans of Delhi were appointed as Viceroys of the Caliph of Baghdad. Reason (R): The Caliph granted them recognition by way of khilat and khitab.

Correct Answer

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A

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