Directions: Select the correct option.

Which of the following medieval Indian rulers utilized the land-measuring unit known as Gaz-i-Sikandari as part of his revenue administration?

The correct option is Sher Shah Suri.

Explanation:
Gaz-i-Sikandari was a standardized unit of land measurement originally introduced by Sikandar Lodi, the Sultan of Delhi. It consisted of 39 digits (or about 32 inches) and served as a uniform measure for land administration.

During his rule, Sher Shah Suri reformed the land revenue system to ensure fairness and accuracy. As part of his administrative reforms, he officially adopted the Gaz-i-Sikandari to measure agricultural land for calculating tax and land revenue duties under a proper survey system (Zabt system).

Later, Mughal Emperor Akbar replaced Gaz-i-Sikandari with a new unit called Gaz-i-Ilahi in the 31st year of his reign.