Q. The Mongols under Gengis Khan invaded India during the reign of
(a) Balban
(b) Feroz Tughlaq
(c) Iltutmish
(d) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Ans: (c) Iltutmish
Explanation: The correct answer is (c) Iltutmish.
The Mongols under Genghis Khan invaded India during the reign of Iltutmish, who was the third ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. The Mongol invasion took place in the 13th century, specifically in 1221.
During Iltutmish’s reign, the Mongols, led by Genghis Khan and his successors, embarked on a series of military campaigns across Asia. The Mongols had already conquered vast territories in Central Asia and were expanding their empire. They launched an invasion into the Indian subcontinent, aiming to expand their influence further.
Iltutmish successfully defended against the Mongol invasion, repelling their attacks and preventing them from gaining a foothold in India. His military strategies and resistance played a significant role in protecting the Delhi Sultanate from Mongol domination.
