Previous Year Question
Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
First Battle of Panipat — 1526
Battle of Khanwa — 1527
Battle of Ghagra — 1529
Battle of Chanderi — 1530
Correct Answer: D
Detailed Solution
(a) First Battle of Panipat — 1526 — Correct:
The First Battle of Panipat was fought on 21 April 1526 between Babur and Ibrahim Lodi, Sultan of Delhi. Babur was victorious and Ibrahim Lodi was killed in the battle. The victory gave Babur control over Delhi and Agra.
(b) Battle of Khanwa — 1527 — Correct:
The Battle of Khanwa was fought on 17 March 1527 between Babur and the Rajput forces led by Rana Sanga of Mewar. Babur's victory further consolidated his position in northern India.
(d) Battle of Chanderi — 1528 — Therefore 1530 is incorrect:
After Khanwa, Babur campaigned against Chanderi, which was held by Medini Rai. Babur captured the fort of Chanderi on 29 January 1528. Therefore, matching Chanderi with 1530 is incorrect.
(c) Battle of Ghagra — 1529 — Correct:
In 1529 CE, Babur fought in the Ghagra region against Afghan forces and opposition connected with Bengal. The campaign strengthened his position in eastern northern India.