Among the most important factors of his failure were the character traits of Ibrahim, his theory of kingship, treatment with the nobles, conflict with Rana Sanga and Babur's invasion. 1. Character of Ibrahim: Ibrahim was impolite, obstinate and rash. He failed to understand the character and sentiments of his own race i.e. Afghan nobles. 2. Disregard of the agreement: In [...]
Meaning of nobility: The nobles normally occupied the place next to the Sultan and played a key role in the administration of the state. Nobles comprised the ruling class and belonged to different tribes and nationalities like the Turkish, Persian, Arabic, Egyptian and Indian Muslims. During the Sultanate period the number of Hindu nobles was extremely negligible. Image Source: [...]
The Sultanate Period: The Sultans of Delhi ruled over India from 1206 A.D. to 1526 A.D. — a period of about 320 years. Qutub-ud-Din Aibak was the first Sultan and Ibrahim Lodi, the last Sultan. With the defeat of Ibrahim Lodi at the hands of Babur in 1526, came the end of the Delhi Sultanate. image source: indianminiaturepaintings.co.uk/Anglo-Delhi_Sultan_Abu_Bakr_Shah_000240e_1250w.jpg [...]