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GS History Modern India
Q.

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

1. Mongols under Chenghiz khan invaded India during the reign of Balban

2. The Chenghiz khan’s army plundered the Ganga Yamuna doab and caused huge loss of life and property.

Select the correct answer using the codes below:

Explanation:
  • The threat appeared at the time of Itutmish. He avoided their threat by politely refusing the asylum request of Jalaluddin, who the Mongol army was after. Thus India was saved from Chenghiz invasion. Chenghiz loitered near River Indus for 3 months, but decided not to cross into India.

Thus, Option D is Correct.

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