Medieval History PYQ 22 of 123 · Sultanate Dynasties & Vijayanagara · Khilji Dynasty

Who was deputed for the conquest of Dwarasamudra by Ala-ud-din Khilji?

  1. AAlp Khan
  2. BKhizr Khan
  3. CUmar Khan
  4. DMalik Kafur
  5. ENone of the above/More than one of the above

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Correct answer: (d) Malik Kafur

Explanation

Alauddin Khilji appointed Malik Kafur for the conquest of Dwarasamudra. Dwarasamudra was the capital of the Hoysala kingdom, and its ruler was Vira Ballala III. The conquest of most parts of South India is largely credited to Malik Kafur.

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