1. What measures were adopted by Mahmud Gawan to curb the power of the Bahmani Nobles? (JUNE 2012)

(1) He reduced the size of their estate.
(II) He increased the amount of land classified as royal domain.
(III) He forbade governors from controlling more than a single fort.
(IV) He enhanced the rate of land revenue demand.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(1) I, IV and III
(2) I, II and III
(3) III, IV and II
(4) I, III and IV

Answer: 2

2. Identify the foreign traveler who gives an account of the Bahamani Kingdom. (DEC 2013)

(1) Ralph Fitch
(2) Nicolo Conti
(3) A Nikitin
(4) F Nuniz

Answer: 3