Correct Option
The correct option is A-3, B-1, C-2, D-4
Explanation
This question requires matching prominent medieval Indian rulers with their specific achievements, genealogical facts, or military victories. It spans the timeline from the late 12th-century Rajput period to the 16th-century Sur Empire.
Statement-wise Analysis
- A. Prithviraj Chauhan matches with 3 (Defeated Tomara Rajputs): Prithviraj III (reigned c. 1178–1192 CE) of the Chahamana dynasty defeated the Tomara Rajputs. This victory was significant as it brought Delhi (then known as Dhillika) under Chauhan control, establishing it as a political center before the Ghurid invasion.
- B. Iltutmish matches with 1 (Father of Raziyya): Shams ud-Din Iltutmish (reigned 1211–1236 CE) was a major ruler of the Mamluk (Slave) Dynasty. He broke tradition by nominating his daughter, Raziyya Sultan, as his successor. Raziyya reigned from 1236 to 1240 CE.
- C. Alauddin Khalji matches with 2 (Constructed Siri): Alauddin Khalji (reigned 1296–1316 CE) built the city of Siri (the second city of Delhi) around 1303 CE. It was constructed primarily to house the army and protect the population from Mongol invasions.
- D. Sher Shah Suri matches with 4 (Defeated Humayun): Sher Shah Suri, the founder of the Sur Empire, defeated the Mughal Emperor Humayun in two decisive battles: the Battle of Chausa (1539) and the Battle of Kannauj (Bilgram) (1540). These defeats forced Humayun into exile for 15 years.
Key Takeaway
Prithviraj Chauhan consolidated Rajput power by defeating the Tomaras; Iltutmish was the father of Raziyya Sultan; Alauddin Khalji established the garrison city of Siri; and Sher Shah Suri temporarily displaced the Mughal Empire by defeating Humayun.