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|description=The Delhi Sultanate was a Muslim kingdom | |description=The Delhi Sultanate was a major Muslim kingdom in medieval India (1206–1526), known for its political dominance, cultural developments, and architectural achievements, laying the foundation for Indo-Islamic culture. | ||
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}}'''Delhi Sultanate''' was a Muslim kingdom that ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent from 1206 to 1526, with its capital in [[Delhi]]. It marked the beginning of Islamic rule in northern India and laid the foundations of Indo-Islamic culture, architecture, and governance. | }}'''Delhi Sultanate''' was a Muslim kingdom that ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent from 1206 to 1526, with its capital in [[Delhi]]. It marked the beginning of Islamic rule in northern India and laid the foundations of Indo-Islamic culture, architecture, and governance. | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
The Delhi Sultanate was established after the defeat of the Rajput king Prithviraj Chauhan by | The Delhi Sultanate was established after the defeat of the Rajput king Prithviraj Chauhan by Muhammad Ghori in 1192. His general Qutb al-Din Aibak founded the Sultanate in 1206, marking the beginning of Muslim rule in India. | ||
The Sultanate is divided into five successive dynasties: | The Sultanate is divided into five successive dynasties: | ||
* | * Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty (1206–1290) – Founded by Qutb al-Din Aibak | ||
* | * Khilji Dynasty (1290–1320) – Known for expansionist policies under Alauddin Khilji | ||
* | * Tughlaq Dynasty (1320–1414) – Known for ambitious but failed experiments by Muhammad bin Tughlaq | ||
* | * Sayyid Dynasty (1414–1451) – Weak rulers, decline in power | ||
* | * Lodi Dynasty (1451–1526) – Last dynasty, ended by Babur at the First Battle of Panipat | ||
== Administration and Society == | == Administration and Society == | ||
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== Architecture == | == Architecture == | ||
* Introduction of Indo-Islamic architecture | * Introduction of Indo-Islamic architecture | ||
* Iconic structures: | * Iconic structures: Qutub Minar, Alai Darwaza, Tughlaqabad Fort | ||
* Use of arches, domes, and minarets in constructions | * Use of arches, domes, and minarets in constructions | ||
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== Decline == | == Decline == | ||
The Delhi Sultanate declined due to weak successors, internal rebellions, and external invasions. It came to an end in 1526 when | The Delhi Sultanate declined due to weak successors, internal rebellions, and external invasions. It came to an end in 1526 when Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat, laying the foundation of the [[Mughal Empire]]. | ||
== Legacy == | == Legacy == | ||
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== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Mughal Empire]] | * [[Mughal Empire]] | ||
* | * Qutub Minar | ||
* | * Indo-Islamic architecture | ||
* | * First Battle of Panipat | ||
* | * Alauddin Khilji | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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| Capital | Delhi |
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| Common languages | Persian, Arabic, Turkic |
| Religion | Islam (official), Hinduism |
| Government | Sultanate (monarchy) |
| Established | 1206 |
| Disestablished | 1526 |
| First ruler | Qutb-ud-din Aibak (first Sultan) |
| Last ruler | Ibrahim Lodi (last Sultan) |
| Preceded by | Ghurid Empire |
| Succeeded by | Mughal Empire |
Delhi Sultanate was a Muslim kingdom that ruled large parts of the Indian subcontinent from 1206 to 1526, with its capital in Delhi. It marked the beginning of Islamic rule in northern India and laid the foundations of Indo-Islamic culture, architecture, and governance.
History
The Delhi Sultanate was established after the defeat of the Rajput king Prithviraj Chauhan by Muhammad Ghori in 1192. His general Qutb al-Din Aibak founded the Sultanate in 1206, marking the beginning of Muslim rule in India.
The Sultanate is divided into five successive dynasties:
- Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty (1206–1290) – Founded by Qutb al-Din Aibak
- Khilji Dynasty (1290–1320) – Known for expansionist policies under Alauddin Khilji
- Tughlaq Dynasty (1320–1414) – Known for ambitious but failed experiments by Muhammad bin Tughlaq
- Sayyid Dynasty (1414–1451) – Weak rulers, decline in power
- Lodi Dynasty (1451–1526) – Last dynasty, ended by Babur at the First Battle of Panipat
Administration and Society
- Centralized monarchy with Persian administrative influence
- Use of Persian as the court language
- Land revenue system and military reforms were introduced
- Promotion of trade and urbanization in Delhi and other cities
Architecture
- Introduction of Indo-Islamic architecture
- Iconic structures: Qutub Minar, Alai Darwaza, Tughlaqabad Fort
- Use of arches, domes, and minarets in constructions
Religion and Culture
- Though Islam was the state religion, several Sultans followed policies of religious tolerance
- Rise of Sufism and cultural syncretism
- Growth of Urdu as a language mixing Persian, Arabic, and local dialects
Decline
The Delhi Sultanate declined due to weak successors, internal rebellions, and external invasions. It came to an end in 1526 when Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat, laying the foundation of the Mughal Empire.
Legacy
- Strong influence on Indian culture, language, architecture, and administration
- Set the stage for the rise of the Mughals
- Indo-Islamic fusion seen in modern Indian society
See Also
- Mughal Empire
- Qutub Minar
- Indo-Islamic architecture
- First Battle of Panipat
- Alauddin Khilji