Battle of Rohilkhand
| Battle of Rohilkhand | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Belligerents | |||||||||
| Sayyid Dynasty | Kingdom of Katehar | ||||||||
| Commanders and leaders | |||||||||
| Malikus Shariq Tajul Mulk |
Rai Har Singh  | ||||||||
| Strength | |||||||||
| Unknown but less than Hari Singh | Unknown | ||||||||
| Casualties and losses | |||||||||
| Unknown | Unknown | ||||||||
The Battle of Rohilkhand was a military expedition launched by the Sultan of Delhi, Khizr Khan. It aimed to suppress the rebellion of Rai Hari Singh of the Katehar kingdom. It was launched in the year 1414-15 AD under the command of Malikus Shariq Tajul Mulk, appointed by the Emperor.
This expedition was launched to quell the significant rebellion led by Har Singh, the ruler of Katehar, which is known today as Rohilkhand.[1]
Background[edit]
During Khizr Khan's seven-year reign, he encountered persistent challenges such as rebellions, particularly in volatile regions including Katehar, Badaun, Etawah, Patiala, Gwalior, Bayana, Kampil, Chandwar,Nagaur, and Mewat. Exploiting opportunities arising from other uprisings, Hari Singh refused to pay tribute to the sultanate, provoking the Sultan's ire. Consequently, the Sultan dispatched the Delhi army to suppress the rebellion.[2][3]
Battle[edit]
The army of the Delhi Sultanate, commanded by Malikus Shariq Tajul Mulk on the orders of Emperor Khizr Khan, arrived at Katehar. Despite warnings from Malikus Shariq Tajul Mulk, Rai Hari Singh refused to heed them. A fierce battle ensued in Rohilkhand, resulting in the complete defeat of the Katehar army. Following the defeat, Rai Hari Singh fled to the ravines of Aonala.[4]
Aftermath[edit]
Rai Har Singh was captured by the Delhi Sultanate army, and Malikus Shariq Tajul Mulk administered his punishment. After a stern suppression, Rai Har Singh acquiesced and agreed to pay annual tribute, reaffirming his allegiance to the Sayyid dynasty.[5]
Reference[edit]
- ^ Powell-Price, John Cadwgan (1958). A History of India from the Earliest Times to 1939. T. Nelson. p. 655. ISBN 978-90-70088-81-1.
- ^ Habib, Mohammad (1940). A Comprehensive History Of India Vol.-v The Delhi Sultanat. pp. 636–637.
- ^ Powell-Price, John Cadwgan (1955). A History of India. T. Nelson. p. 655.
- ^ Powell-Price, John Cadwgan (1955). A History of India. T. Nelson. p. 655.
- ^ Majumdar R.c. (1960). The Delhi Sultanate. Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan Bombay. p. 151.