Mughal Empire Founder: Babur
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What is the posthumous name given to Babur?

Firdaws Makani ('Dwelling in Paradise')

Who were Babur's ancestors through his father and mother respectively?

Timur and Genghis Khan

At what age did Babur ascend the throne of Fergana?

Twelve

Who defeated Babur in 1501 and founded the Khanate of Bukhara?

<p>The Uzbek prince Muhammad Shaybani</p> Signup and view all the answers

What city did Babur conquer in 1504?

<p>Kabul</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which empires did Babur form alliances with to aid his conquests in India?

<p>The Safavid and Ottoman empires</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the First Battle of Panipat in 1526?

<p>Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi, the Sultan of Delhi, and founded the Mughal Empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Battle of Khanwa?

<p>It was a decisive battle in Indian history, marking a watershed event in the Mughal conquest of North India.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Babur's religious stance evolve over time?

<p>He became more tolerant, allowing other religions to coexist in his empire, and developed an interest in various disciplines such as theology, poetry, and geography.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is notable about Babur's children?

<p>They included notable figures such as Humayun, Kamran Mirza, and the author Gulbadan Begum.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the book written by Babur?

<p>The Baburnama.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of Babur's name Ẓahīr-ud-Dīn?

<p>Defender of the Faith (of Islam).</p> Signup and view all the answers

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