Correct option is C
Babur attacked Punjab five times before establishing the Mughal Empire in India.
Information Booster:
- Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, first invaded Punjab in 1504.
- His repeated attacks on Punjab culminated in his victory at the Battle of Panipat (1526).
- Babur's invasions were aimed at consolidating his power in India and extending his empire.
- Punjab was a key strategic location due to its proximity to Central Asia and fertile plains.
Additional Knowledge:
- Babur was the descendant of Tamerlane (Timur) and Genghis Khan.
- His final invasion led to the defeat of Ibrahim Lodi at Panipat, marking the beginning of Mughal rule.
Key Points to Increase Knowledge:
- The "Baburnama" is Babur's autobiography, which details his invasions.
- Punjab served as a gateway for invasions into northern India.