When was the battle of Chausa fought?

Correct option is B

The Battle of Chausa was fought on 26 June 1539 between the Mughal emperor Humayun and the Afghan leader Sher Shah Suri. It took place near Chausa in Bihar. Sher Shah Suri decisively defeated Humayun in this battle and later declared himself the ruler of Hindustan. The battle marked the rise of the Sur Empire and forced Humayun into exile. It was one of the key defeats for the Mughal Empire during its early consolidation phase.
Explanation of options: (a) 1535 – This year does not correspond to the Battle of Chausa. During this time, Humayun was actively engaged in consolidating power after Babur's death. No significant conflict involving Sher Shah Suri occurred in this specific year. Choosing this year would reflect confusion with earlier Mughal campaigns. Hence, this date is historically inaccurate.
(b) 1539 – This is the correct answer. The Battle of Chausa occurred in this year and led to a major setback for Humayun. Sher Shah Suri’s victory allowed him to lay the foundation of the Sur Empire. It was also followed by the Battle of Kannauj in 1540, which confirmed Sher Shah’s supremacy. The events of 1539 significantly altered the political landscape of North India.
(c) 1545 – This year marks the death of Sher Shah Suri, not the Battle of Chausa. He died due to an accidental explosion during the siege of Kalinjar. By this time, the Sur Empire was already established, and the Mughals were in retreat. Thus, associating this date with the Battle of Chausa is historically incorrect and misleading.
(d) 1560 – This date falls during the reign of Akbar, long after the Battle of Chausa. By 1560, the Mughal Empire was being re-established under Akbar after Humayun’s return and death. The Sur Empire had already declined by this time. There is no connection between 1560 and the events at Chausa, making this option factually wrong.