What problems did balban have to face ion order to consolidate delhi sultanate?

Answer 1

Though Balban had ruled for nearly 20 Years during the reign of Nasir ud din , yet there were many difficulties he faced when he himself become the sultan. The Primary necessity of the state as well as that of balban was to restore was to restore the lost prestige of sultan. After the death if Iltumish his turkish slave Nobles tried to capture the power of the throne.one after another successors of Iltumish gave way to the rising power of the nobles and therefore , the prestige of the crown was lost.

Another problem before balban was to provide security to the delhi sultanate and consolidate further. All other problem were connected with it . The Hindus were adopting aggressive policy against the delhi sultanate , it was necessary to bring it in control

Answer 2

Balban faced challenges such as rebellions by nobles and provincial governors, external invasions by the Mongols, and internal unrest among different factions within the Delhi Sultanate. He also had to deal with issues of succession and establish his authority over a fragmented administration. Balban's harsh measures to centralize power and maintain control, including a policy of repression and surveillance, often alienated his subjects and further fueled opposition against his rule.