Siege of Bayana

Summary

The Siege of Bayana was a military expedition of Ghurid Empire under the command of Muhammed Ghor against Jadaun Rajputs that commenced in 1196 during which the Ghurids defeated the Rajputs and conquered Bayana.[1][2] Ghurids besieged Thankar fort and Kumarapala, the king of Jadaun Rajputs surrendered.[3][4][5]

Siege of Bayana

Thankar fort
Location
Result Ghurid victory
Territorial
changes
  • Bayana annexed to Ghurid Dynasty
Belligerents
Ghurid Empire Jadaun Rajputs
Commanders and leaders
Muhammad of Ghor
Qutb ud-Din Aibak
Kumarpala Surrendered

Background edit

Muhammed Ghor, along with his commander Qutb-uddin Aibak invaded and conquered Bayana in 1196. They besieged Thankar fort. After having high Casualties, Kumarpala, the King of Jadaun Rajputs apparently surrendered to Muhammed Ghor.[3][1]

References edit

  1. ^ a b Ray, Aniruddha (2019-03-04). The Sultanate of Delhi (1206-1526): Polity, Economy, Society and Culture. Routledge. p. 44. ISBN 978-1-000-00729-9.
  2. ^ Hooja, Rima (2006). A HISTORY OF RAJASTHAN (PB). Rupa & Company. p. 276. ISBN 978-81-291-1501-0.
  3. ^ a b Umair Mirza (1970-08-01). A Comprehensive History of India, Delhi Sultanate. p. 169.
  4. ^ Srivastav, Ashirbadilal (1965). Delhi Sultanate (711 To 1526). p. 111.
  5. ^ Ahluwalia, Manjit Singh (1970). Studies in Medieval Rajasthan History. Aligarh.