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In which order did the following Dynasties rule over Delhi?Sayyid DynastyLodi DynastyTughluq DynastyKhalji Dynasty
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In which order did the following Dynasties rule over Delhi?

  1. Sayyid Dynasty

  2. Lodi Dynasty

  3. Tughluq Dynasty

  4. Khalji Dynasty

A.

1, 2, 3, 4

B.

4, 3, 1, 2

C.

4, 3, 2, 1

D.

1, 3, 2, 4​

Correct option is B

The correct answer is: (b) 4, 3, 1, 2
Explanation:
The Delhi Sultanate saw a series of five major dynasties ruling from the 13th to 16th centuries. The correct chronological order of the given dynasties is:
  • Khalji Dynasty (1290–1320 CE) – Founded by Jalal-ud-din Khalji; notable ruler: Alauddin Khalji.

  • Tughluq Dynasty (1320–1414 CE) – Founded by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughluq; notable rulers: Muhammad bin Tughluq, Firoz Shah Tughluq.

  • Sayyid Dynasty (1414–1451 CE) – Founded by Khizr Khan, a former governor under Timur.

  • Lodi Dynasty (1451–1526 CE) – Founded by Bahlul Lodi; ended with Ibrahim Lodi, defeated by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat.

Information Booster:
• The Delhi Sultanate ruled from 1206 to 1526 CE, ending with the invasion by Babur.
• The Khaljis were known for military conquests and market reforms under Alauddin Khalji.
• The Sultanate period contributed significantly to architecture, administration, and Islamic culture in India.
Sayyids ruled during a politically weak period after Timur’s invasion.​

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