Question
Download Solution PDFThe commander of the South Indian expedition under Alauddin Khilji
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Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Malik Kafur.Key Points
- Malik Kafur was the general of Alauddin Khilji who led campaigns in South India.
- Alauddin Khilji sent Malik Kafur to conquer South India.
- He was also known as Taj al-Din Izz Al-Dawla.
- He was an important slave-general of Alauddin Khalji of Delhi Sultanate.
Additional Information
- Malik Kafur was one of Alauddin Khilji's close aides and their chemistry has been on fire. Interestingly, Kafur (played by Jim Sarbh) left a mark with his performance the moment he had entered Alauddin's court.
- Malik Kafur (died 1316) was captured by Alauddin's general Nusrat Khan during the 1299 invasion of Gujarat, and rose to prominence in the 1300s.
Hence we can say that "The commander of the South Indian expedition under Alauddin Khilji was Malik Kafur."
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