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What was the primary reason behind Muhammad bin Qasim's invasion of Sindh in 711 CE?
The primary reason was to avenge the piracy of Arab ships by Sindh's ruler, Dahir.
What was the significance of Muhammad bin Qasim's conquest of Sindh?
It marked the beginning of Islamic rule in the Indian subcontinent and paved the way for Arab cultural influence.
What was the role of Hajjaj bin Yusuf in Muhammad bin Qasim's invasion of Sindh?
Hajjaj bin Yusuf was the governor of Iraq who ordered Muhammad bin Qasim to invade Sindh.
What was the outcome of Muhammad bin Qasim's battle with the ruler of Sindh, Dahir?
Muhammad bin Qasim defeated and killed Dahir, leading to the capture of the city of Debal.
What was the impact of Muhammad bin Qasim's conquest on the Indian subcontinent?
It led to the spread of Islam, Arab cultural influence, and the establishment of a Muslim state in Sindh.
Study Notes
Muhammed Bin Qasim
- Born in 695 CE in Taif, Arabia, to a respected family of the Banu Thaqif tribe
- Known for his military campaigns in India, especially the conquest of Sindh in 712 CE
- Appointed as the governor of Sindh by the Umayyad Caliph Al-Walid I
- Led an army of 6,000 Syrian cavalry and defeated the Hindu ruler Raja Dahir of Sindh
- Established the Umayyad Caliphate's authority in Sindh and Multan, and established Arabic as the official language
- Introduced Islam to the region and promoted its spread throughout Sindh
- Died in 715 CE at the age of 20, allegedly due to poisoning, while in prison in Iraq
Take this quiz to learn about the life and conquests of Muhammed Bin Qasim, a renowned Arab general who conquered Sindh in 712 CE and introduced Islam to the region.
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