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History • Medieval IndiaEasy

Which city founded by Sultan Sikandar Lodi in 1504 later became a major administrative and cultural hub influencing the Punjab frontier administration during the medieval period?

A. Lahore
B. Agra✓ Correct Answer
C. Multan
D. Panipat

💡 Solution & Explanation

Sikandar Lodi founded the city of Agra in 1504 to exercise better control over the turbulent territories of the doab and the northern provinces including the approaches to Punjab. While Lahore and Multan were crucial administrative outposts within the Punjab region, Agra served as an alternative capital for the Delhi Sultanate. The strategic relocation helped consolidate royal authority over regional chiefs.

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