Arrange the following battles fought during Mughal period in correct chronological order.
a. Battle of Khanwa
b. First battle of Panipat
c. Battle of Ghaghra
d. Battle of Chausa
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. b, a, c, d.
The Battle of Khanwa, the First Battle of Panipat, the Battle of Ghaghra, and the Battle of Chausa were all major battles in India's history:
- Battle of Khanwa Fought in 1527, this battle was between Mughal Emperor Babur and Rajput King Rana Sanga of Mewar. Babur won the battle, which took place near the village of Khanwa in Rajasthan, and established his rule over North India.
- First Battle of Panipat Fought in 1526, this battle was between Babur and Ibrahim Lodi.
- Battle of Ghaghra Fought in 1529, this battle was part of the Mughal Empire's conquest of India.
- Battle of Chausa Fought in 1539, this battle was between Mughal Emperor Humayun and the founder of the Suri Empire, Sher Shah Suri. Sher Shah Suri won the battle, which took place near the village of Chausa in Bihar.