History • Medieval IndiaHard
In the context of medieval trade routes and urban centers in Haryana, the strategic fortress town of Hansi was famously captured by which Turkish conqueror in 1192 CE after a fierce battle against the local Rajput garrison?
A. Mahmud of Ghazni
B. Muizz-ud-din Muhammad Ghori✓ Correct Answer
C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
D. Iltutmish
💡 Solution & Explanation
Muhammad Ghori captured the strategic fort of Hansi in 1192 CE immediately following his victory at the Second Battle of Tarain against Prithviraj Chauhan. Hansi held immense military significance as a heavily fortified stronghold controlling the transit routes between Multan, Lahore, and Delhi. Its capture facilitated the consolidation of Turkish rule across the Haryana plains.
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