The Khilji Dynasty ruled Delhi Sultanate from 1290 to 1320 AD after overthrowing the Slave Dynasty. Founded by Jalaluddin Firuz Khilji, it saw major expansion under Alauddin Khilji. Though short-lived, it shaped political, military, and economic structures, especially through southern conquests, administrative reforms, and market control. The dynasty ended in 1320 with the rise of the Tughlaqs.

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• Ruled Delhi Sultanate for 30 years (1290–1320 AD)
• Founded by Jalaluddin Firuz Khilji, ended with Qutbuddin Mubarak Shah
• Alauddin Khilji was most powerful; ruled 1296–1316
• Expanded empire into South India; first Sultan to do so
• Defeated Mongols multiple times; fortified Delhi
• Reformed markets, fixed prices, banned hoarding, set up standing army
• Imposed strict taxes; revenue only collected in cash or grain
• Built Siri city, Alai Darwaza, and Hauz Khas; supported culture, arts
• Practiced Sunni Islam; imposed Jizya tax on non-Muslims
• Ended after Khusro Khan killed Mubarak Shah, Tughlaqs took over