Sher Khan defeated _________ at Chausa (1539) and Kanauj (1540), forcing him to flee to Iran.
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Sher Khan defeated _________ at Chausa (1539) and Kanauj (1540), forcing him to flee to Iran.
✓ Correct answer: b) Humayun
ExplanationSher Khan, an ethnic Pashtun, defeated Humayun at Chausa in 1539 and Kanauj in 1540. These defeats led to Humayun fleeing to Iran for refuge.Sher Khan established the Sur Dynasty but died in an accidental death in 1545. He was succeeded by his son, Islam Shah.Hence, the correct answer is "Humayun."
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