Question

Who introduced silver coins in India?

• A. Akbar
• B. Sher Shah Suri
• C. Alauddin Khilji
• D. Babur

Hint:

Sher Shah Suri’s silver rupee became the basis of India’s modern currency system.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Understanding the question.
The question asks about the ruler who introduced a standardized silver coin system in India.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) Akbar: Akbar continued the currency system but did not introduce it.
(B) Sher Shah Suri: Correct — He introduced the silver rupee as a standard coin.
(C) Alauddin Khilji: He focused on market reforms, not coin standardization.
(D) Babur: Babur founded the Mughal Empire but did not introduce silver coins.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Silver coins were introduced in India by Sher Shah Suri.