option a is the correct answer. The given map shows the conquests of Bahlul Lodi, the founder of the Lodi dynasty. The town marked A on the map is Jaunpur, which was one of the most important cities in the Delhi Sultanate at the time. Bahlul Lodi defeated the Sharqi dynasty of Jaunpur in 1479, and annexed their territories to his own kingdom. Important Tips Bahlul Lodi (1489 - 1517): Bahlul was involved in horse-trading and sold horses to Sultan Muhammad Shah of the Sayyid dynasty, earning him land and the title of 'amir.'He aided Sultan Muhammad Shah against Malwa Sultan and earned the title Khan-i-Khanan.Bahlul attempted to conquer Delhi in 1443 and 1447 but failed both times.In 1448, Bahlul was invited by Alam Shah's minister to occupy the Delhi throne, ending the Sayyid dynasty's rule.On April 19, 1451, Bahlul Khan became the first Lodi ruler, adopting the title Bahlul Shah Ghazi. He imprisoned Hamid Khan, who posed a threat to his rule, and focused on suppressing rebellions. Bahlul expanded his territory, including Jaunpur (1479), Gwalior, and upper Uttar Pradesh. Known for respecting Afghan nobles, he gained their loyalty. He appointed his son Babrak Shah as Jaunpur's Viceroy and named Nizam Khan as his heir.Bahlul passed away on July 12, 1489, leading to a power struggle between his sons. His son Nizam Khan succeeded him as Sikandar Lodi, ruling for 38 years. Bahlul's tomb is situated at Chirag Dilli in Delhi.