UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2022

With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as "Kulah-Daran"?

  1. Arab merchants
  2. Qalandars
  3. Persian calligraphists
  4. Sayyids

Answer

Correct Answer

Sayyids

Explanation

The Sayyids, who wore a pointed cap called 'Kulah', were known as 'Kulah-Daran' in medieval India.

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