Mughal Empire Origins and Expansion

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Who founded the Mughal Empire?

Jalaluddin Babur

Where was Jalaluddin Babur born?

Present-day Uzbekistan

What key city did Babur conquer in 1504?

Kabul

Which battle established Babur's rule over northern India?

<p>Battle of Panipat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Babur's victory over Ibrahim Lodhi?

<p>Established Mughal Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of ancestry did the Mughals claim?

<p>Mongol and Turkic</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of Babur's memoir?

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

How did Babur die?

<p>From one of his many bouts of sickness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What new technology did Babur introduce to the Mughal military tactics?

<p>Matchlock guns and cannons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What military tactic did Babur use in the Battle of Panipat to secure victory over Ibrahim Lodhi?

<p>Tulghuma (dividing and surrounding on all sides)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the greatest threat to Humayun during his reign as the Mughal Emperor?

<p>Sher Shah Suri</p> Signup and view all the answers

What region did Babur take over by employing innovative military tactics?

<p>Rajputana region</p> Signup and view all the answers

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