Who was the founder of the Khalji dynasty?

Jalaluddin Khalji founded the dynasty in 1290 CE by overthrowing the last of the Mamluk rulers.

Chronology of the Delhi Sultanate

UPSC Archival Analysis

The Khalji dynasty ruled for the shortest duration in the Delhi Sultanate, lasting only 30 years from 1290 to 1320 CE.

Exam Year

2017

Evidence Source

UPSC Level

ID: HIS_MED_2017_139 Ref: Standard Educational Reference