1. The first Mongol Invasion of India happened during the reign of Jalal-ud-din Khalji.

2. During the reign of Ala-ud-din Khalji, one Mongol assault marched up to Delhi and besieged the city.

3. Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq temporarily lost portions of the north-west of his kingdom to Mongols.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2                                                                

(b) 2 only

(c) 1 and 3                                                                

(d) 3 only

Answer: b

Explanation:

The first Mongol invasion of India took place in the reign of Illtutmish. In 1221, the Mongols appeared on the banks of the Indus under the command of their formidable leader, Changiz Khan [1162-1227].

Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.

In 1303 A.D., the Mongols attacked India under the leadership of Targhi. They were 100,000 strong and marched to Delhi and seized it. Ala-ud-din was away to Chittor, and when he came back, he had to encamp himself in the Fort of Siri.

Hence, statement 2 is correct.

Muhammad  Bin Tughluq -The change of capital from Delhi to Daulatabad and the neglect of the defence of the North-Western frontier by Muhammad Tughluq encouraged the Mongols to attack the country.

In 1328-29, Tarmashirin Khan, the Chaghatai chief of Transoxiana, invaded India. He ravaged the country from Multan and Lahore to the outskirts of Delhi. According to Yahiya-bin-Ahmad and Badauni, Muhammad Tughlaq defeated the Mongols and drove them out of the country.

Hence, statement 3 is incorrect.

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