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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 32

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q32

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Who among the following had invaded India in 712 AD?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Muhammad Bin-Quasim.

  • The commander of the Umayyad Caliphate, Mohammad Bin Qasim, was the first Muslim to conquer India in 712 AD.
  • Muhammad Bin Qasim was known by Laqab 'Imad ad-Din', was 1st Muslim to capture Hindu regions successfully and started the early Muslim Rule.
  • Muhammad bin Qasim was born around 695 AD. He belonged to the Saqqafi tribe; that had originated from Taif in Arabia.