The First Battle of Panipat took place on April 21, 1526, between Babur and Ibrahim Lodi. This battle marked a major turning point in Indian history. Babur’s use of artillery, strategic positioning and effective troop coordination helped him defeat the ...
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In 1526 AD, Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi of the Lodi Dynasty in the First Battle of Panipat. This victory marked the end of the Delhi Sultanate’s Lodi rule and established the Mughal Empire in India. Babur’s superior artillery, cavalry and ...
This remark refers to Qutbuddin Aibak’s extreme generosity. He donated large sums to scholars, poets and the poor, giving away much of his wealth. His charitable nature earned him the title Lakh Baksh (“Giver of Lakhs”). Chroniclers noted that his ...
Alauddin Khalji imposed Ghari (house tax) and Charai (cattle tax) to strengthen the state’s revenue system. These taxes targeted wealthier rural groups and allowed better supervision of village assets. They supported his military and market reforms. ANSWER: (B) Alauddin Khalji
Under Firoz Shah Tughlaq, the Iqta system became hereditary, allowing nobles and military officers to pass their revenue assignments to their heirs. This policy aimed to gain loyalty and administrative cooperation but weakened central authority. It increased noble autonomy, reduced ...