Which Afghan ruler defeated Humayun?
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Correct answer: Sher Shah Suri
Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun at Chausa in 1539 and again at Kannauj, or Bilgram, in 1540. These victories forced Humayun into exile and allowed Sher Shah to establish the Sur Empire in North India. Bairam Khan and Man Singh served later in Mughal contexts, while Ibrahim Lodi had died before Humayun's reign.
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Sher Shah Suri
Why is this the correct answer?
Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun at Chausa in 1539 and again at Kannauj, or Bilgram, in 1540. These victories forced Humayun into exile and allowed Sher Shah to establish the Sur Empire in North India. Bairam Khan and Man Singh served later in Mughal contexts, while Ibrahim Lodi had died before Humayun's reign.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 History question. Chapter: An Empire Across Three Continents. Topic: Political structure.
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