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

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

(a)

Arab merchants

(b)

Qalandars

(c)

Persian calligraphists

(d)

Sayyids

Answer:

(d)

Factual

Non-traditional

Explanation

Option (d) is correct: The Sayyids were recognized by their distinctive head – dress of a pointed cap or kulah and were known as kulah – daran or cap – wearers