Q. Consider the following statements “Babur”:
1.He was the founder of the Mughal Empire.
2.In the first battle of Panipat he defeated Sikander Lodhi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation: The Mughal Empire was founded by Babur, a Central Asian ruler who claimed lineage from Timur (the founder of the Timurid Empire) on his father’s side and from Chagatai, the second son of the Mongol ruler Chengiz Khan, on his mother’s side.

  • The First Battle of Panipat (c.1526 CE): This was one of the decisive battles of Indian history, fought between Ibrahim Lodhi and Babur.
  • Ibrahim Lodhi was defeated, and Babur was not only able to take control of Delhi and Agra but also got the rich treasure of Lodhis.

Source: Poonam Dahiya

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