Question

Describe Babur's conquest of Punjab.

Answer 1

In Nov 1525 A.D. Babur proceeded from Kabul to Punjab with 12,000 soldiers. Firstly, he decided to punish Daulat Khan Lodhi who with his son Gazi Khan fled from Lahore when he became aware of the intentions of Babur. Lastly, Daulat Khan Lodhi surrendered before Babur. From Lahore Babur advanced toward Sirhind the sub-division of Punjab. He conquered Ambala and to conquer Hansi and Hissar Feroza. He sent his son Humayun and Babur himself advanced towards Delhi to conquer Panipat.