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

    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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