The first clear synthesis of Indo-Iranian (Persian) architecture is seen in Sher Shah’s Tomb at Sasaram, completed around 1545. Built atop a vast plinth in the middle of a lake, it combines the imposing dome and octagonal structure of Persian ...
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Abbas Khan Sarwani, a contemporary Afghan historian, made this famous statement. This quote, found in his ‘Tarikh-i-Sher Shahi’, highlights the legendary severity and effectiveness of Sher Shah’s village administration, particularly his commitment to ensuring public safety and order by severely ...
The Second Battle of Panipat (1556) was fought between Akbar’s Mughal forces, led by Bairam Khan and Hemu, the Hindu general who briefly captured Delhi. Though Hemu initially succeeded, he was fatally wounded during the battle. His defeat restored Mughal ...
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 ...
Babur entered India through Punjab in 1526. After crossing the Indus River, he moved toward Lahore and then advanced to Panipat. Punjab served as the gateway for many Central Asian invaders and was crucial for Babur’s march toward the Delhi ...