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The correct answer is Sayyid Dynasty.

Key Points

• The Sayyid Dynasty ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1414 to 1451 CE and was established after the decline of the Tughlaq Dynasty.
• Yahya bin Ahmad Sirhindi, in his famous work Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi, claimed that the founder of the Sayyid Dynasty, Khizr Khan, was a descendant of the Prophet Muhammad.
• Khizr Khan was appointed as the governor of Multan by Timur (Tamerlane) and later established his rule in Delhi in 1414 CE.
• The dynasty is called "Sayyid" due to the belief that its rulers were Sayyids, descendants of the Prophet Muhammad, which is a title signifying high religious and social status in Islamic tradition.
• After Khizr Khan, his successors, including Mubarak Shah, Muhammad Shah, and Ala-ud-Din Alam Shah, ruled until the dynasty was overthrown by the Lodi Dynasty in 1451 CE.

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• Delhi Sultanate
  • The Delhi Sultanate refers to a series of Muslim dynasties that ruled over large parts of India from 1206 to 1526 CE.
  • The Sultanate saw five main dynasties: Slave (Mamluk), Khilji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, and Lodi dynasties.
  • The Sayyid Dynasty was the fourth dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.
• Khizr Khan
  • Khizr Khan was the founder of the Sayyid Dynasty and ruled from 1414 to 1421 CE.
  • He did not assume the title of Sultan and continued to acknowledge the suzerainty of Timur's successors in Central Asia.
  • He focused on consolidating power in Delhi and surrounding areas rather than expanding the empire.
• Significance of Sayyid Title
  • The title "Sayyid" denotes a person who claims direct lineage to the Prophet Muhammad through his grandsons Hasan and Husayn.
  • This lineage is considered sacred in Islamic culture and conveys religious and social prestige.
• Decline of the Sayyid Dynasty
  • The Sayyid Dynasty faced continuous challenges, including revolts and weakened central authority.
  • The last ruler, Ala-ud-Din Alam Shah, voluntarily abdicated the throne in favor of Bahlul Lodi in 1451 CE, marking the end of the dynasty.

The correct answer is Khizr Khan.

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The correct answer is - Multan

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• Khizr Khan
  • Khizr Khan was the founder of the Sayyid dynasty, which ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1414 to 1451.
  • He was appointed as the governor of Multan by Timur (Tamerlane) after Timur's invasion of India in 1398.
  • Khizr Khan's rule marked the beginning of the Sayyid dynasty after the fall of the Tughlaq dynasty.
• Multan
  • Multan is a historical city located in present-day Pakistan, known for its rich history and cultural heritage.
  • It was an important administrative center during the Delhi Sultanate and served as a power base for Khizr Khan.

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• Sayyid Dynasty
  • The Sayyid dynasty succeeded the Tughlaq dynasty and was followed by the Lodi dynasty.
  • It is named "Sayyid" because its rulers claimed to be descendants of the Prophet Muhammad.
  • The Sayyid dynasty's rule was relatively weak and marked by political instability and frequent conflicts with regional governors and external invaders.
• Timur's Invasion
  • Timur invaded India in 1398, causing widespread destruction and weakening the Tughlaq dynasty.
  • After his invasion, Timur appointed Khizr Khan as the governor of Multan, recognizing his loyalty and administrative capabilities.
• Role of Multan
  • Multan was strategically significant during the Delhi Sultanate due to its location on trade routes and its agricultural productivity.
  • It served as a key base for Khizr Khan to consolidate his power and eventually establish the Sayyid dynasty.

The correct answer is 1414–1451.

Key Points

• The Sayyid dynasty ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1414 to 1451 CE.
• This dynasty was established after the decline of the Tughlaq dynasty and was succeeded by the Lodi dynasty.
• The Sayyids claimed descent from the Prophet Muhammad, hence their name "Sayyid."
• Khizr Khan was the founder of the Sayyid dynasty and served as a governor of Multan before becoming the ruler of Delhi.
• The Sayyid rulers were relatively weak and faced continuous challenges from regional powers and internal rebellions.

Additional Information

• Delhi Sultanate:
  • The Delhi Sultanate was a Muslim kingdom that ruled over large parts of India from the 13th to 16th centuries.
  • It consisted of five dynasties: Slave, Khalji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, and Lodi.
  • The Sultanate played a significant role in introducing Persian culture, art, and architecture to India.
• Khizr Khan:
  • Khizr Khan was the first ruler of the Sayyid dynasty, reigning from 1414 to 1421 CE.
  • He was appointed as the governor of Delhi by Timur (Tamerlane) and later declared himself the Sultan.
• Lodi Dynasty:
  • The Lodi dynasty succeeded the Sayyid dynasty in 1451 CE and marked the last dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.
  • Bahlul Lodi was the founder of the Lodi dynasty, which ruled until 1526 CE.
• Challenges faced by the Sayyid Dynasty:
  • The dynasty struggled with weak central authority and frequent rebellions by regional rulers.
  • Economic instability and lack of military strength contributed to its decline.

The correct answer is 1414 AD and 1451 AD.

Key Points

• The Sayyid dynasty ruled over the Delhi Sultanate in India from 1414 AD to 1451 AD.
• They succeeded the Tughlaq dynasty and were followed by the Lodi dynasty.
• The dynasty was founded by Khizr Khan, who was the governor of Multan under the Tughlaq rule.
• During the Sayyid rule, the Delhi Sultanate experienced political instability and economic difficulties.
• The Sayyid rulers claimed descent from the Prophet Muhammad, which gave them a certain level of legitimacy and respect among their subjects.

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• Tughlaq Dynasty
  • The Tughlaq dynasty preceded the Sayyid dynasty and was established by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq in 1320.
  • It was known for its architectural innovations and the expansion of the Sultanate's territory.
• Lodi Dynasty
  • The Lodi dynasty succeeded the Sayyid dynasty and was the last dynasty to rule the Delhi Sultanate before the Mughal Empire.
  • It was founded by Bahlul Lodi in 1451.
• Delhi Sultanate
  • The Delhi Sultanate was a Muslim kingdom based in Delhi that ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent for over 300 years.
  • It saw the rise and fall of five different dynasties: the Mamluks, the Khaljis, the Tughlaqs, the Sayyids, and the Lodis.

The correct answer is Khizr khan.

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• Sayyid dynasty(1414–51), rulers of India’s Delhi sultanate as successors of the Tughluq dynasty until displaced by the Afghan Lodīs.
• This family claimed to be sayyids or descendants of the Prophet Muhammad.
• The first Sayyid ruler of Delhi was Khizr Khan (reigned 1414–21), who had been the governor of Punjab.
• Khizr’s successor, Mubārak Shah, had some success, but, after the latter’s assassination in 1434, his two successors, Muḥammad Shah and ʿĀlam Shah, proved incapable.
• In 1451  Bahlūl Lodī, already ruler of Punjab seized Delhi and inaugurated the Lodi, the last dynasty of the Delhi sultanate.

The correct answer is Khizr Khan.

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The correct answer is Sayyid Dynasty.

• Khizr Khan was the founder of the Sayyid dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.
  • In 1414 AD, Khizr Khan occupied the power of Delhi.
  • He did not hold the title of Sultan and declared himself as ‘Rayat-e-Ala’.

Key Points

• The Sayyid dynasty was the fourth dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate, with four rulers ruling from 1414 to 1451.
• Founded by Khizr Khan a former governor of Multan, they succeeded the Tughlaq dynasty and ruled the sultanate until they were displaced by the Lodi dynasty.
• Alam Shah (1443 - 1451) was the last ruler of The Sayyid dynasty.
• Khizr Khan
  • He was the founder of the Sayyid Dynasty in India and ruled as a deputy of Timur’s son and successor, Shah Rukh.
  • His reign was marked by utter chaos and disorder.
  • The empire’s territory had Shrunken to Delhi and adjoining areas and even these parts were frequently challenged by the Hindu Zamindars of Etawah, Katehar, Kannauj, Patiala, and Kampila.

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The correct answer is the Sayyid dynasty.
Key Points

• Sayyid dynasty
  • The Sayyid dynasty ruled over India after the invasion of Timur.
  • Taimur invaded India during the reign of Nasir-ud-din Mahmud Shah Tughlaq of the Tughlaq dynasty in 1398 AD.
  • The Sayyid dynasty was founded by Khizir Khan, who was the governor of Multan and Timur's deputy in India.
  • Ala-ud-din Shah was the last ruler of this dynasty.

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• Lodi dynasty
  • It was the fifth and last dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. 
  • The Lodi dynasty ruled from 1451 AD - 1526 AD.
  • The founder of the Lodi dynasty was Bahlul Lodhi.
  • This was an Afghan dynasty and was also known as the Pashtun dynasty.
  • Ibrahim Lodhi was the last ruler of this dynasty and was killed by the Babur's troops in the battle of Panipat.
• Tughlaq dynasty 
  • This was the Muslim dynasty of Indo-Turkic origin, ruled in India from 1320 AD - 1414 AD.
  • The Tughlaq dynasty was founded by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq.
  • He ascended to the throne by killing Mubarak Khilji, the last ruler of the Khilji dynasty.
  • Nasir-ud-din Muhammad Tughlaq was the last ruler of this dynasty.
• Khilji dynasty
  • It was the second ruling dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.
  • It was established by Jalaluddin Firuz Khilji by overthrowing the Slave dynasty.
  • Khilji dynasty ruled for around 30 years, 1290 AD - 1320 AD.
  • Alauddin Khilji was the most powerful ruler of this dynasty who led many successful military campaigns.

The correct answer is Khizr khan.

Key Points

• Sayyid Khizr Khan was the founder of the Sayyid dynasty, the ruling dynasty of the Delhi sultanate.
• In northern India soon after the invasion of Timur and the fall of the Tughlaq dynasty.
• He was Governor of Multan under the Tughlaq ruler, Firuz Shah Tughlaq.
• Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq was a ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty,
  • He reigned over the Sultanate of Delhi from 1351 to 1388.
• At present Multan is a city and capital of the Multan Division located in Punjab, Pakistan.
• The city is located on the bank of the Chenab River.

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• Mubarak Shah, son of Khizr Khan succeeded him.
  • Mubarak Shah crushed the local chiefs of the Doab region and the Khokhars.
• Muhammad Shah was the nephew of Mubarak Shah and succeeded him
  • He defeated the ruler of Malwa with the help of Bahlul Lodi the Governor of Lahore.
• Later Ala-ud-din Shah succeeded him. 
  • Ala-ud-din Shah was removed from the throne by Bahlul Lodi in 1457 A.D. who was the Governor of Lahore.

The correct answer is Lodi dynasty.

Key Points

• The Lodi dynasty was an Afghan dynasty that ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1451 to 1526.
• It was the fifth and final dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate and was founded by Bahlul Khan Lodi when he replaced the Sayyid dynasty.
• The dynasty was of Afghan origin. The first Lodī ruler was Bahlul Lodi(reigned 1451–89), the most powerful of the Punjab chiefs, who replaced the last king of the Sayyid dynasty in 1451.
• The Mughal emperor Babur defeated and killed Ibrahim Lodi in the Battle of Panipat. The death of Ibrahim Lodi brought the 320-year-long Delhi Sultanate to an end, and the Mughal Empire took its place.

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• The Khalji or Khilji dynasty was a Turco-Afghan dynasty that ruled the Delhi sultanate, covering large parts of the Indian subcontinent for nearly three decades between 1290 and 1320.
• The four major Rajput dynasties—Pratihara, Paramara, Chauhan, and Caulukya—claimed Agnikula lineage.
• The Tughlaq dynasty, also referred to as Tughluq or Tughluk dynasty, was a Muslim dynasty of Turkic origin that ruled over the Delhi sultanate in medieval India. Its reign started in 1320 in Delhi when Ghazi Malik assumed the throne under the title of Ghiyath al-Din Tughluq. The dynasty ended in 1413.

The correct answer is Sayyid dynasty.

• Khizr Khan was related to Sayyid.

Key Points

• Sayyid Dynasty (1414-1451 A.D.)
  • Sayyid Dynasty was founded by Khizr Khan in 1414 A.D.
  • It was the fourth dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate.
• Sultans of Sayyid Dynasty - 
  • Khizr Khan (1414-1421A.D)
    • Founder of the Sayyid Dynasty.
    • Was the Governor of Multan.
    • Died in 1421.
  • Mubarak Shah(1421-1434 A.D)
    • First Sultan ruler to appoint Hindu nobles in the court of Delhi.
    • Constructed “Mubarakbad” City on the banks of the river Jamuna.
  • Muhammad Shah (1434-1445 A.D)
    • Defeated the ruler of Malwa with the help of Bahlul Lodi the Governor of Lahore.
    • Conferred Bahlul Lodi with the title Khan-i-Khanan.
  • Ala-ud-din Shah (1445-1451 A.D)
    • Was removed from the throne by Bahlul Lodi in 1457 A.D.
    • Delhi was captured by him and he was sent to Badaun.
    • Died in Badaun in 1478 A.D.

The Correct Answer is Khizr Khan.

• Khizr Khan:
  • He was the first Sayyid dynasty who ruled Delhi from 1414-1421.
  • He was the founder of the Sayyid dynasty.
  • He was succeeded by his son Mubarak Shah.
• Firoz Shah Tughlaq:
  • He was the third ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty that ruled over Delhi from 1351 to 1388 AD.
  • He established the Diwan-i-Khairat -- office for charity
  • He established the Diwan-i-Bundagan -- department of slave
  • He is known to establish four new towns, Firozabad, Fatehabad, Jaunpur and Hissar
• Mohammad bin Tughlaq (1325-1351):
  • He shifted his capital from Delhi to Deogir and renamed it as Daulatabad.
  • Daulatabad is situated in Maharashtra. 
  • He built a road from Delhi to Deogir and also set up rest houses for the people.
  • He introduced bronze coins or Jittal of the same value as Silver coins (Tanka).
  • He established a new department of agriculture known as "Diwan-i-Kohi".
  • He also provided agricultural loan “Takavi” to the farmers.
• Bahlul Lodi (1451-89 AD):
  • He was the founder of the Lodhi Dynasty in 1451 AD.
  • He adopted the title of “Bahlul Shah Ghazi”.
  • He issued Bahluli coins.
  • He was succeeded by Sikandar Lodi.

The correct answer is Khizr Khan.Key Points

• The first ruler of the Sayyid Dynasty was Khizr Khan.
• Khizr Khan was the governor of Multan under the Tughlaq dynasty before he declared independence and established the Sayyid Dynasty in 1414 AD.

Additional Information

• Alauddin Alam Shah was the last ruler of the Sayyid Dynasty and was succeeded by the Lodi Dynasty.
• Muhammad Shah and Mubarak Khan were not rulers of the Sayyid Dynasty.
• The Sayyid Dynasty ruled over the Delhi Sultanate for around 37 years and was succeeded by the Lodi Dynasty.