What is the correct order of the following dynasties that ruled Delhi? 1. Slave Dynasty 2. Khalji 3. Lodi 4. Sayyid 5. Tughlaq
The correct chronological order is Slave → Khalji → Tughlaq → Sayyid → Lodi. This sequence reflects the political transition of the Delhi Sultanate from early Turkish rulers to Afghan rulers. Each dynasty contributed differently to administration, military reforms and cultural development, shaping medieval Indian history significantly. ANSWER: (B) 1, 2, 5, 4, 3
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The Delhi Sultanate progressed through five major dynastic phases. It began with the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty, founded by Qutbuddin Aibak. After their decline, the Khalji Dynasty rose to power, followed by the Tughlaq Dynasty, which ruled for the longest period and expanded the empire greatly. After Timur’s invasion, the weakened Tughlaq rule was replaced by the Sayyid Dynasty, which acknowledged Timurid suzerainty. Finally, the Afghan Lodi Dynasty established control until Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526 at the First Battle of Panipat. Thus, the correct order is 1 → 2 → 5 → 4 → 3.