Multiple choice Which of the following battles laid the foundations of Muslim rule in India? First Battle of Tarain Second Battle of Tarrain First Battle of Panipat Second Battle of Panipat Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation The Second Battle of Tarain (1192 AD) between Muhammad Ghori and Prithviraj Chauhan resulted in a decisive victory for Ghori, which paved the way for Muslim rule in Northern India.