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Q · Delhi Sultanate medium · 45s
Which Sultan of Delhi was defeated by Timur in 1398 CE?
TopicDelhi Sultanate
Question Typemultiple choice
Difficultymedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Nasir-ud-din Mahmud was ruling when Timur invaded Delhi in 1398 CE, causing massive destruction and weakening the Sultanate permanently.
Final Answer: Option C - Nasir-ud-din Mahmud