Qutbuddin Ebak was killed while playing the game?

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On :11 Jan 2019 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Chaugan.

Key Points

Qutbuddin Aibak, the founder of the Mamluk Dynasty in India, died in 1210 AD.
He was fatally injured while playing Chaugan, an ancient form of polo, when he fell from his horse.
Chaugan was a popular sport among the nobility in the Islamic world and was known for its high risk and physical demand.
Aibak's death led to a succession crisis and eventually to the establishment of the Khilji dynasty.

Additional Information

Qutbuddin Aibak was a Turkic general who became the ruler of Delhi in 1206, founding the Mamluk or Slave dynasty.
He is known for commissioning the construction of the Qutub Minar in Delhi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Aibak was not only a military leader but also a patron of the arts and architecture, contributing to the Islamic culture in India.
His death underscored the importance of Chaugan in medieval culture, reflecting both the sport's popularity and its dangers.