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Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (1320–1325)

Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, the first Sultan of the Tughlaq Dynasty, ruled from 1320 to 1325 CE. He restored order, improved administration, expanded the empire, and strengthened defenses against Mongol invasions. His reign ended mysteriously with his death in 1325, leading to his son Muhammad bin Tughlaq’s succession.

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Khusro Khan (1320 CE)

Khusro Khan ruled the Delhi Sultanate briefly in 1320 CE, after assassinating Qutbuddin Mubarak Shah, making him the last Khalji ruler. His reign faced opposition from Turkish nobles and ended when Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq overthrew him, marking the rise of the Tughlaq Dynasty as Khusro was executed shortly after.

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Qutbuddin Mubarak Shah (1316–1320)

Qutbuddin Mubarak Shah was the last ruler of the Khalji Dynasty, reigning from 1316 to 1320 CE. His rule was characterized by negligence and extravagance, ultimately leading to his assassination by Khusro Khan. This event marked the end of the Khalji Dynasty and the rise of the Tughlaq Dynasty.

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Shihabuddin Omar

Shihabuddin Omar was a brief ruler of the Khalji Dynasty, ascending the throne in 1316 CE after Alauddin Khalji’s death. Controlled by Malik Kafur, he was a puppet leader who lasted only a few months before being deposed and likely killed by Khalji nobles, paving the way for Qutbuddin Mubarak Shah’s reign.

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Jalaluddin Khalji (1290–1296)

Jalaluddin Khalji, founder of the Khalji Dynasty, ruled from 1290 to 1296 CE. His lenient policies towards nobles and Mongol invaders weakened his reign, leading to his assassination by his nephew, Alauddin Khalji. Despite marking the dynasty’s beginning, Jalaluddin’s forgiving nature ultimately contributed to his downfall.

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Malik Kafur

Malik Kafur, a former Hindu slave, became a prominent general under Alauddin Khalji, leading successful campaigns in South India that enriched the Delhi Sultanate. Following Khalji’s death in 1316 CE, he briefly ruled but was assassinated due to opposition from nobles, marking a significant political upheaval in the dynasty.

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Alauddin Khalji

Alauddin Khalji was the second and most powerful ruler of the Khalji Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. He is known for his military conquests, economic reforms, and administrative policies. His reign (1296–1316 CE) marked the expansion of the Delhi Sultanate to its largest extent before the Mughal era. Basic Information Feature Details Full Name Alauddin […]

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Muizuddin Qaiqabad

Muizuddin Qaiqabad was the last effective ruler of the Mamluk (Slave) Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. He ruled from 1287 CE to 1290 CE but was weak, luxurious, and incompetent, leading to the end of the Mamluk Dynasty and the rise of the Khalji Dynasty. Basic Information Feature Details Full Name Muizuddin Qaiqabad Dynasty Mamluk […]

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Alauddin Masud Shah

Alauddin Masud Shah was the fifth ruler of the Mamluk (Slave) Dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate. He ruled from 1242 CE to 1246 CE but was largely a puppet ruler controlled by the Turkish nobles (Chihalgani). Due to his weak rule and indulgence in luxury, he was eventually deposed by the nobles. Basic Information Feature […]

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Chihalgani (Group of Forty)

The Chihalgani (Turkan-i-Chihalgani), also known as the “Group of Forty”, was a powerful group of Turkish nobles during the Delhi Sultanate. It was formed by Iltutmish to assist in administration but later became a source of political instability and power struggles. Basic Information Feature Details Name Chihalgani (Turkan-i-Chihalgani) Meaning “Group of Forty” (A group of […]