Neha Noor

History of the Sub Continent

First Mughal


1. Who was the first Mughal Emperor and what was his complete
name & meaning?
The first Muhal Emperor was Babur. His complete name was
Zaheer-ud-din Mohammad Babur. He was the defender of faith
and the meaning of his name is lion.
2. When did he attain his first power position and at what
Age?
He attained his first power position at age 12, in the year of 1495.
3. The first emperor defeated which king and where?
The first emperor defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1529 at Panni Put.

4. Register the birth place and some physical qualities of the first
emperor.
The birth place is Andijan, Mughalistan. He was very brave,
strong, and he could swim rivers. He could grab two soldiers in
his two arms and run on wall of the fort.
5. He was a descendent of great military conqueror, what was his
name?
His name was Genghis khan.
6. What were the hobbies of the first Mughal emperor?
The hobbies of the first Mughal emperor were writing, literature,
music, swimming, and gardening.
7. How was Babur different from Ottoman Emperors?
He was moderately simple, more religious and was not much fond
of women.
8. Who were the enemies of Babur the Mughal emperor?
The enemies of Babur were Afghans of eastern India, Hindu
Rajputs , Ibrahim Lodhi.
Neha Noor
History of the Sub Continent
First Mughal


9. By the 16th century, the first emperor was determined to conquer
which regions?
The first empeor conquered India, Afghan territory, Samarkand,
Kabul.
10. The first emperor was succeeded by his eldest son, what was his
name and how did this son survive form severe childhood illness?
His name was Humayun who was saved by Babur. He sacrificed his life
for Humayun by praying.
11. What are the monuments built by the first emperor?
The monuments built by the first emperor were the following:
Kabuli masjid
Babri masjid
Pani pat mosque
Gardens and madrassas
12. What do we know about major successes and victories of the first
emperor in India?
His successes and victories are the following:
Samarkand
Kabul
First battle of Pani Pat
Defeated Maratha Rana Sanga
Defeated Eastern Afghans of Bengal