Episode 22: Negotiator
Ibn Battuta Season 2 • 12m
Muhammad bin Tughluq was renowned as the wealthiest man in the Muslim world. He patronized various scholars, Sufis, qadis, viziers, and other functionaries to consolidate his rule. On the strength of his years of study in Mecca, Ibn Battuta was appointed a qadi, or judge, by the sultan.
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Episode 23: Indus Valley
Ibn Battuta and his party reached the Indus River, from there he made his way to Delhi and became acquainted with the sultan, Muhammad bin Tughluq.
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Episode 24: Greed
Ibn Battuta is assaulted because he is the only one who knows where the supplies are and the others are getting restless and losing their patience.
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Episode 25: Peace
Ibn Battuta continues to negotiate with the Sultan, declaring peace amongst both factions.
