The effects of Timur invasion of India were: Timur’s journey with his large army up to Delhi and back had laid waste the fields of agriculture on both sides of the route of their march. Standing crops were destroyed, granaries were looted, trade and commerce virtually ceased for the time being. … [Read more...] about Effects of Timur’s Invasion
History of Medieval India
Razia Sultana
Razia (also Raziya) Sultana was the daughter of Iltutmish. Razia Sultana received popular acclaim when she asked for a chance to prove her ability far better than any man. But the coup displeased the vizier Muhammad Juniad and a section of the nobility was displeased. The Governors of Lahore, … [Read more...] about Razia Sultana
First Battle of Panipat (21st April, 1526)
The First Battle of Panipat was fought between armies of Ibrahim Lodi and Mughal Emperor Babur. Ibrahim Lodi was defeated in the battle. The war took place on 21st day of April, 1526. Ibrahim Lodi, the Sultan of Delhi, was an arrogant type ruler. As a result of Afghan aristocrats were engaged in a … [Read more...] about First Battle of Panipat (21st April, 1526)
Short Biography of Sher Shah Suri
Sher Shah Suri was the first King of Sur Empire. Like Babur, the story of Sher Shah Suri's rise to power is romantic and interesting. His original name was Farid Khan. By killing a tiger alone he got the title 'Sher'. Due to ill-treatment of his step-mother, Sher Khan had to loiter from … [Read more...] about Short Biography of Sher Shah Suri
History and Biography of Alauddin Khilji
Alauddin Khilji, earlier known as Juna Khan Khilji, was one of the most powerful Sultan of Delhi Sultanates. He belonged to the Khilji Dynasty. He captured the throne in 1296 A.D. He became famous as an organizer of real purposeful kingdom. Early life and accession: Alauddin Khilji was the nephew … [Read more...] about History and Biography of Alauddin Khilji