SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 42

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 26 June 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q42

The battle of Khanwa was fought between the forces of the Babur and the Rajput forces led by:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e.Rana Sanga.

The Battle of Khanwa was fought on 16 March 1527 between the Mughal forces led by Babur and the Rajput confederacy led by Rana Sanga of Mewar. This battle was crucial in establishing Mughal dominance in northern India after Babur’s victory at the First Battle of Panipat in 1526. Rana Sanga had united several Rajput rulers and Afghan chiefs to challenge Babur’s growing influence. However, Babur’s use of superior tactics, artillery, and disciplined troops led to a decisive victory. The defeat of Rana Sanga marked the decline of Rajput power and solidified the foundation of Mughal rule in India.