Question

Five separate Sultanates arose in the Deccan, one after another, on the break-up of the Bahmani kingdom. Which of the following was the first to succeed?

• A. The Adil Shahi dynasty of Bijapur
• B. The Imad Shahi dynasty of Berar
• C. The Nizam Shahi dynasty of Ahmednagar
• D. The Qutb Shahi dynasty of Golconda

Answer 1

The correct option is B The Imad Shahi dynasty of Berar

The Imad Shahi dynasty of Berar was established in 1490 following the disintegration of the Bahmani Sultanate. Imad Shahi dynasty was established by Fathullah Imad Shah (1490-1504) with its capital at Ellichpur. Later in 1574, Berar conquered by Ahmednagar and incorporated into its territory.