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Chand Bibi ruled over which of the Deccan Sultanates?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Bijapur
  2. Berar
  3. Ahmednagar
  4. Golkonda

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ahmednagar

Explanation: Chand Bibi ruled over the Ahmednagar Sultanate and is remembered for her valiant defence against the Mughal army. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ Chand Bibi was the regent of Ahmednagar after her husband Ali Adil Shah’s death. ▪️ She defended the fort of Ahmednagar against Akbar’s forces in 1595–1596 CE. ▪️ Known as the 'Tigress of the Deccan,' she became a symbol of courage. ▪️ She was fluent in Persian, Arabic, and Marathi. ▪️ Chand Bibi tried to maintain peace through diplomacy with the Mughals. ▪️ She was later betrayed and killed by her own troops in 1599 CE. ▪️ Her bravery is commemorated in Deccan history and folklore. ▪️ Ahmednagar was one of the five Deccan Sultanates (along with Bijapur, Berar, Bidar, and Golconda).