Q. Consider the following statements:
1.The Sayyid dynasty established by Khizr Khan.
2.Sayyids rule is marked for the composing of Tarikh-i- Mubarak Shahi by Yahiya bin Ahmad Sirhindi.
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: C
Notes:

Explanation: Timur appointed Khizr Khan as his deputy to oversee Timurid interests in the Punjab marches.

  • Khizr Khan (1414- 21) went on to seize Delhi and establish the Sayyid dynasty (1414–51).
  • The Sayyid dynasty established by Khizr Khan had four sultans ruling up to 1451.
  • The early Sayyid Sultans ruled paying tribute to Timur’s son.
  • Their rule is marked for the composing of Tarikh-i- Mubarak Shahi by Yahiya bin Ahmad Sirhindi.

Source: Tamil Nadu NCERT

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