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Indian History - General Knowledge Questions
Who looted Delhi and imprisoned the Mughal Emperor in 1739?
A)
Nadir Shah
B)
Taimur Lang
C)
Changez Khan
D)
Ahmed Shah Abdali

Correct Answer :   Nadir Shah

Emperor Nader Shah, the Shah of Persia (1736–47) and the founder of the Afsharid dynasty of Persia, invaded Northern India, eventually attacking Delhi in March 1739. His army had easily defeated the Mughals at the Battle of Karnal and would eventually capture the Mughal capital in the aftermath of the battle.

Published On : June 22, 2021
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