UPPSC 2011 GS-1 Medieval History
Question

With which medieval ruler would you associate the statement 'I would have lost the empire just for a handful of millet' ?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Sher Shah

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Sher Shah”.

The statement, "I would have almost lost the kingdom of Hindustan only for a handful of millet," is attributed to Sher Shah Suri.

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