History Of Medieval India (Ad 1526-1657)

The medieval period in India was quite eventful. During this period foundation of Indian culture and of social structure was laid, but during medieval period India did not make much progress. In spite of historians opinion it can be said that during medieval period also progress was made and several buildings were constructed during this period. Panipat was merely the beginning of the Mughal rule. Akbar laid its real foundation in 1556. At the time of the battle of Panipat, the political power in India was shared by the Afghans and the Rajputs. After Panipat, the Hindu princes united under Rana Sanga, the Raja of Mewar, resulting in a sizable force. Baburs army showed signs of panic at the size of the huge opposing army. To prevent his forces retreat, Babur tried to instill confidence in his soldiers by breaking all his drinking cups and vessels, and vowed never to drink again if he won. His soldiers took heart, and when the armies met in the battle at Kanwaha, near Agra on March 16, 1527, Babur was able to win decisively. This book is very according to the syllabuses of the various universities of India and it is useful for students, teachers and researchers.