Qutb al-Din Aibak

Qutb al-Din Aibak was a prominent figure in the 12th and 13th centuries, known for being the first ruler of the Mamluk Sultanate in India. Originally a slave soldier, he rose to power and established a dynasty in Delhi around 1206. Aibak is credited with significant architectural contributions, including the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque and the Qutb Minar, India's tallest brick minaret. His reign marked the beginning of Muslim rule in India, which would influence the region's culture and history for centuries. Aibak's legacy lies in his military prowess and the establishment of a new political order.