Question- In the context of Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq, consider the following statements–

1. He introduced bronze token currency.

2. He established a separate trade and commerce department called Diwan-i-Amir Kohi.

Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) both 1 and 2

(d) neither 1 nor 2

Answer – (a)

Explanation- Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq had introduced bronze currency and had established a separate department called Diwan-i-Amir Kohi for agriculture.