Muslim rule in India reserved most of the high posts in the central government and the provinces for Muslims, while employing some Hindus in powerful positions within the government. This policy of discrimination against Hindus, known as the "Policy of Divide and Rule," was implemented to maintain Muslim dominance in India.

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Muslim Rule in India

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Muslim rule in India

A) maintained a close alliance with Baghdad.
B) was totally assimilated into Hindu culture.
C) employed many Hindus in powerful positions within the government.
D) reserved most of the high posts in the central government and the provinces for Muslims.
E) never made use of Hindus on any level of government.

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