But his decisions only led to disaster. The token currency was rejected by merchants and traders, who saw it for what it was: worthless metal. The people of Delhi were forced to march over 700 miles to Daulatabad, many dying on the way. The once-great city of Delhi was left to decay.
TUGHLAQ: I'll try. I'll restore the old currency. tughlaq by girish karnad text
Girish Karnad's play "Tughlaq" is a fictionalized account of the life and reign of Muhammad bin Tughlaq. The play, written in 1964, is a critical analysis of the Tughlaq era, exploring the complexities and contradictions of the Sultan's personality and policies. Through the play, Karnad aims to humanize Muhammad bin Tughlaq, portraying him as a multidimensional figure, driven by both noble and flawed intentions. But his decisions only led to disaster
[Your Name] Course: Postcolonial Indian Drama / Political Literature The once-great city of Delhi was left to decay