Question

Who was ruler of Punjab in early 16th century

Answer 1

Answer:

Mughal emperor Akbar

Mughal emperor AkbarIn the 16th century, during the reign of the Mughal emperor Akbar, the term "Punjab" was synonymous with the Lahore province. It covered a relatively smaller area lying between the Indus and the Sutlej rivers.

Answer 2

The ruler of Punjab in the early 16th century was the Mughal emperor Akbar.

Explanation:

• During the 16th century, the Mughal rule was advent in India.
• The Indian states and provinces were being ruled by the Mughals during the 16th century.
• The state of Punjab too was under the Mughal dynasty. It was ruled by the Mughal emperor Akbar.
• The province of Punjab used to be a small region that covered the area between the Satluj and the Indus river.
• The term Punjab was coined synonymously with the province of Lahore.