In 1539, the Battle of Chausa was fought between Humayun and ______.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Sher Shah Suri.
The Battle of Chausa (1539) was fought between Humayun, the second Mughal emperor, and Sher Shah Suri, the Afghan ruler who founded the Sur Empire. Sher Shah's strategic brilliance led to Humayun's decisive defeat, forcing him into exile. This battle marked a pivotal moment in Indian history, weakening Mughal power temporarily.
Other options:
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Ibrahim Lodi: Defeated by Babur (1526, Panipat).
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Sikandar Suri: Sher Shah's successor, unrelated to this battle.
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Rana Sanga: Fought Babur (1527, Khanwa).