Ghiyāṣ-ud-Dīn Tughluq

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Delhi: tomb of Ghiyāth al-Dīn Tughluq

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Ghiyāṣ-ud-Dīn Tughluq

Tughluq ruler

Also known as: Ghāzī Malik, Ghiyās al Dīn Tughluq, Ghiyāth al-Dīn Tughluq

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In India: The Tughluqs of India
…who ascended the throne as Ghiyāth al-Dīn Tughluq (reigned 1320–25), had distinguished himself prior to his accession by his successful defense of the frontier against the Mongols. His reign was brief but eventful. He captured Telingana, conducted raids in Jajnagar, and reconquered Bengal, which had been independent under Muslim kings…
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