Medieval Indian History

After the Second Battle of Tarain Turkish power became stronger in North India. For exams, treat (1192) CE as a turning point.

Chalisa was an influential group of Turkish nobles. For exams, connect it with consolidation of Iltutmish's power.

Balban followed a policy of placing the Sultan above ordinary nobles. For exams, also remember Sijda and Paibos.

Cheap goods made it easier to maintain a large army. For exams, connect market policy with military need.

The Mongol threat pushed Alauddin to strengthen army and fortification. For exams, also remember Siri city.

Control over token currency was weak and counterfeit coins spread. For exams, study the scheme with its cause of failure.

Daulatabad was near the Deccan so the idea of control over the south was linked. For exams, also remember difficulties of the plan.

Firoz Shah promoted canals and construction works. For exams, remember him as a ruler interested in public works.

Timur's invasion damaged Delhi's political and economic condition. For exams, remember (1398) CE.

Afghan nobles often considered themselves relatively equal with the ruler. For exams, understand Afghan noble politics.

Babur used artillery and organized battle tactics effectively. For exams, remember the importance of military technology.

Defeat of Rana Sanga at Khanwa strengthened Babur's power. For exams, remember (1527) CE.

Humayun faced family and Afghan challenges. For exams, remember his conflict with Sher Shah.

Roads and Sarais helped both administrative control and trade. For exams, remember the Grand Trunk Road.

Land measurement made revenue assessment systematic. For exams, connect it with later Mughal revenue policy.

Sulh-i Kul was an idea of religious and social tolerance. For exams, connect it with Akbar's Rajput and religious policy.

Mansabdari connected military and administrative posts with ranks. For exams, remember Zat and Sawar.

Rajput cooperation gave military and political stability to the Mughal Empire. For exams, remember Amber and Man Singh.

Ain-i-Akbari gives detailed information on Akbar's administration. For exams, connect it with Abul Fazl.

Persian translations of Sanskrit texts increased cultural exchange. For exams, remember Razmnama.