In which year did Babur defeat Ibrahim Lodi?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
- The pivotal event marking the establishment of the Mughal Empire took place in 1526.
- In this very year, the First Battle of Panipat was fought between Babur and the Sultan of Delhi, Ibrahim Lodi.
- This battle took place on April 21, 1526, on the plains of Panipat (Haryana).
- Babur employed cannons and modern military strategies in this battle.
- Ibrahim Lodi's army was numerically superior, but Babur's warfare techniques proved effective.
- Ibrahim Lodi was killed in this battle, bringing an end to the Delhi Sultanate.