Foundation of the Mughal Empire — Chapter Summary
ICSE · Class 7 · History & Civics
Summary of Foundation of the Mughal Empire for ICSE Class 7 History & Civics. Part of the ICSE Class 7 History & Civics syllabus.
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Overview
The Mughal Empire began with Babur, who came to India during a period of disunity and weak central power. He defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526 and laid the foundation of Mughal rule. Babur, Humayun, and Sher Shah Suri shaped the early history of the empire through war, adm
Key Concepts
Babur inherited the throne of Farghana
Babur inherited the throne of Farghana in 1494 at the age of 11. He later defeated Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat in 1526 and took over A
Babur used a new form
Babur used a new form of warfare that combined artillery and cavalry. His army was better trained and more effective in battle than the army of the De
After Panipat
After Panipat, Babur defeated Rana Sanga of Mewar at Khanwa in 1527 and captured the fort of Chanderi in 1528. These victories made him the undisputed
Humayun succeeded Babur in December 1530
Humayun succeeded Babur in December 1530 at the age of 23, but he faced many problems. Bahadur Shah of Gujarat, Sher Khan, and his own brothers create
Humayun took Chunar in 1538
Humayun took Chunar in 1538, but Sher Khan defeated him at Chausa in 1539 and at Kannauj in 1540. After losing Delhi, Humayun lived in exile and later
Learning Objectives
- Understand how Babur founded the Mughal Empire.
- Identify the major battles fought by Babur and their results.
- Explain why Humayun faced difficulties after becoming ruler.
- Describe the rise and rule of Sher Shah Suri.
- Recognise the important reforms in administration, army, roads, and revenue under Sher Shah.
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