GyanGramQuestion
With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as “KulahDaran”?
PRELIMS 2022 · MEDIEVAL HISTORY
With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as “KulahDaran”?
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• Correct Answer: D
• Kulah-Daran literally means 'cap-wearers,' referring to Sayyids who wore pointed caps.
• Sayyids claimed descent from Prophet Muhammad through Fatima.
• Ulema were called Dastar-bandan (turban-wearers). Arab merchants, Qalandars, and Persian calligraphists did not bear this title.
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