Question

What was the importance of Lohgarh in Banda Bahadur's empire?

• A. It became the capital.
• B. It became the economic hub of Banda Bahadur's empire.
• C. It became the cultural hub of Banda Bahadur's capital.
• D. It became the first line of defence for Banda Bahadur against the Mughals.

Answer 1

The correct option is A It became the capital.

Banda Bahadur reoccupied Sadhaura and Lohgarh in 1712 and 1713. At Lohgarh, he repaired the fort and made it the capital of the ‘Khalsa’. Thus, Lohgarh became an important place in Banda Bahadur's empire, as the capital of the Khalsa.