Which invasion of Mahmud was appreciated by the Caliph and made Mahmud known as Star of Islamic world?

Invasion of Thaneshwar

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Invasion of Kalijar

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Invasion of Mathura

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Invasion of Somnath

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Solution

The correct option is D Invasion of Somnath
Mahmud invaded Somnath temple in 1025 A.D it was his last invasion in India. He destroyed the idol of Somnath and looted enormous wealth from this temple. He took a lot of silver, gold and many other precious gems along with him. The Islamic world appreciated this victory and the Caliph called him as the "Star of the Islamic world".

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