Q. With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as “Kulah-Daran”?

• Arab merchants
• Qalandars
• Persian calligraphists
• Sayyids

Answer: (d) Sayyids

Notes:

• The Sayyids were claimed to descent from the Prophet through his daughter Fatima. They Commanded special respect in Muslim society. Even the Timur protected the life of Sayyids during his invasion in India. Although his policy was one of general slaughter. The sayyids put on a pointed cap (kulah) and they were known as ‘Kulah Daran’ during Delhi sultanate.