Question

The weakening of the Delhi Sultanate had begun from the time of-​

Answer 1

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Causes of Decline of Delhi Sultanate

Military strength was the main factor in succession to the throne, which later gave birth to political instability. 2. Nobles were very powerful and act as kingmakers who controlled the weak sultans.

Answer 2

Answer:

Decline of the sultanate

Decline of the sultanateBy 1388, when Fīrūz Tughluq died, the decline of the sultanate was imminent; subsequent succession disputes and palace intrigues only accelerated its pace. The sons and grandsons of Fīrūz, supported by various groups of nobles, began a struggle for the throne that rapidly diminished the authority of Delhi and provided opportunities for Muslim nobles and Hindu chiefs to enhance their autonomy. By 1390 the governor of Gujarat had declared his independence, and between 1391 and 1394 the important Rajput chiefs of Etawah rebelled and were defeated four times. By 1394 there were two sultans, both residing in or near Delhi. The result was bitter civil war for three years; meanwhile, the disastrous invasion of Timur (the Tamerlane of Western literature) drew nearer