Mughal Emperors

Babur (1526-1530)

  • Babur was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India, belonging to a princely family of mixed Mongol and Turkish descent.
  • He established Mughal rule after defeating Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.
  • Babur defeated Rana Sanga of Mewar at the Battle of Khanwa (1527) and Medini Rai at the Battle of Chanderi (1528).
  • He is also known for writing his biography, Baburnama (Tuzk-e-Babri), in the Turkish language.
  • Babur died in 1530.

Humayun (1530-1540, 1555-1556)

  • Humayun succeeded Babur at the young age of 23 but faced defeat by Sher Shah Suri in the Battles of Chausa (1539) ....
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