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The historic town of Panipat in Haryana is celebrated in medieval Indian history primarily for three decisive battles. Which of the following pairs correctly identifies the combatants in the First Battle of Panipat fought in 1526?

A. Akbar and Hemu
B. Babur and Ibrahim Lodi✓ Correct Answer
C. Ahmad Shah Abdali and the Marathas
D. Prithviraj Chauhan and Muhammad Ghori

💡 Solution & Explanation

The First Battle of Panipat fought on April 21, 1526, took place between the invading forces of Babur and the Delhi Sultanate army commanded by Ibrahim Lodi. Babur use of field artillery and superior tactical positioning secured a decisive victory leading to the establishment of the Mughal Empire in India. Other battles at Panipat involved Akbar against Hemu in 1556 and the Marathas against Ahmad Shah Abdali in 1761.

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