Q. Which of the following statements correctly reflect the significance of Babur’s advent into India?
1.It permanently ended the Lodis’ rule and brought an end to the Delhi Sultanate era, fundamentally altering the political landscape.
2.It introduced the use of gunpowder, artillery, and the effective Tulguma military tactic into North Indian warfare for the first time.
3.It led to the political unification of North India under a powerful centralized administration, quickly stabilizing the region.
4.It broke the balance of power in the region, which forced the regional kingdoms of Rajasthan and Malwa to ally against the new foreign threat.
Select the correct code:
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation:
- Statement 1: Correct. Babur’s victory at Panipat (1526 CE) established the Mughal Empire, ending the Delhi Sultanate’s lineage.
- Statement 2: Correct. Babur’s use of gunpowder artillery and the encircling Tulguma tactic (learnt from the Uzbeks) provided a crucial military edge.
- Statement 3: Incorrect. Political unification and stable centralized administration were achieved later, mainly under Akbar. Babur’s reign was largely spent fighting and was politically fragile.
- Statement 4: Correct. The advent of a new, powerful foreign dynasty did disturb the regional balance of power, leading to the formation of a broad alliance of Rajputs under Rana Sanga at the Battle of Khanwa.
