The southern campaign was led by Malik Kafur during the reign of Alauddin Khalji (1307 AD – 1312 AD). The kingdoms defeated in this campaign were:
Malik Kafur led Alauddin Khalji’s southern campaigns and sequentially defeated Devagiri, Warangal, Hoysala and Madurai. These victories expanded the Sultanate’s influence deep into South India. The campaign brought enormous wealth, including tribute, elephants, horses and precious jewels, strengthening Alauddin’s empire economically and militarily. ANSWER: (B) Devagiri, Warangal, Hoysala, Madurai
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Between 1307 and 1312, Malik Kafur led a series of successful military expeditions to southern India on behalf of Alauddin Khalji. His campaigns targeted important kingdoms: Devagiri, Warangal, the Hoysala Empire and finally Madurai. Each victory significantly enhanced Delhi’s influence in the Deccan and beyond. Devagiri accepted vassalage, Warangal paid massive tribute including diamonds, the Hoysalas submitted after fierce resistance and Madurai was conquered, marking the Sultanate’s southernmost expansion. These campaigns brought immense wealth—gold, jewels, horses and elephants—to Delhi, greatly strengthening Alauddin’s power. Malik Kafur’s leadership made these victories historically significant.