1526

In 1526, a significant historical event known as the Battle of Panipat occurred in India, marking the beginning of the Mughal Empire. Babur, a descendant of Timur and Genghis Khan, led his forces against Ibrahim Lodi, the ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Babur's victory set the stage for a vast empire that would dominate much of the Indian subcontinent for centuries. This battle is pivotal as it symbolizes the shift in power dynamics in India and the rise of a new era of centralized governance under the Mughals, known for their cultural and architectural achievements.