Target Exam

CUET

Subject

History

Chapter

Medieval India: Kings and Chronicles

Question:

Which Mughal Emperor was defeated by Sher Shah Sur?

Options:

Babur

Shah Jahan

Humayun

Shah Alam II

Correct Answer:

Humayun

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Humayun

Babur's successor, Nasiruddin Humayun (1530-40, 1555-56) expanded the frontiers of the empire, but lost it to the Afghan leader Sher Shah Sur, who drove him into exile. Humayun took refuge in the court of the Safavid ruler of Iran. In 1555 Humayun defeated the Surs, but died a year later.