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Mughal Empire Foundation
- Hema and Babloo watched a movie advertisement about the Battle of Panipat
- Daulat Khan, the governor, and Ibrahim Lodi's uncle, invited Babur, the king of Kabul to invade India
- Babur traced his ancestry to Timur and Genghis Khan
- Babur became king at 11 in 1494, conquering Samarkand by 14
- Babur was an ambitious man determined to establish his place in history
- Babur's army was better trained, more advanced, and his cavalry surpassed those of opposing armies
- Babur achieved victory at Panipat in 1526
- Babur faced resistance from Afghan nobles and Rajputs who refused to accept his rule
- Babur defeated Rana Sanga at Khanwa in 1527
- Babur won the Battle of Chanderi in 1528
- Babur died in 1530, allowing his son, Humayun, to inherit the throne
Babur's Achievements
- A brilliant military leader who commanded respect
- An orthodox Sunni Muslim but not fanatic; his decisions were not influenced by the ulema
- A skilled poet and author who had varied interests and enjoyed polo
- He appreciated nature; he created gardens
- Babur wrote/authored an autobiography (Tuzuk-i-Baburi/Baburnama), a significant literary work of the 16th century
Humayun (1530 - 1540 and 1555-1556)
- Succeeded Babur in 1530, at the young age of 23
- Faced challenges from Afghans and Rajputs; Bahadur Shah tried to expand his territories; Sher Khan of Bihar also sought power
- Lost the Battle of Chausa in 1539
- Lost the Battle of Kanauj to Sher Khan in 1540, leading to his exile
- Regained power in 1555
Sher Shah Suri (1540-1545)
- Defeated Humayun in a major battle
- Became ruler of Delhi
- Introduced important administrative and military reforms: a strong standing army, measured and categorized land for taxation, and built roads to improve travel
- Strict in taxation, yet was generous during hardship
- Constructed the Purana Qila (and the Qila-i-Kuhna Masjid), fort, and own mausoleum at Sasaram.
- Died in 1545, and his successors proved weak, allowing Humayun to regain control of Delhi and Agra in 1555
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This quiz explores the early history of the Mughal Empire, focusing on the rise of Babur, his military conquests, and his lineage tracing back to Timur and Genghis Khan. Discover key battles such as Panipat, Khanwa, and Chanderi that shaped Babur's legacy. Test your knowledge on his achievements as both a military leader and a cultural figure.
