The Lodi Dynasty: The Last Sultanate of Delhi

Bahlul Lodi founded the Lodi dynasty in 1451 after defeating the last Sayyid sultan, Ala-ud-din Alam Shah.

Sikandar Lodi was known for his religious tolerance and patronage of Hindu scholars. He appointed many Hindus to high positions in his administration and encouraged the study of Sanskrit.

Ibrahim Lodi was known for his military conquests and expansion of the Lodi empire. He defeated the Rajput confederacy led by Rana Sanga at the Battle of Khanwa in 1527.

Ibrahim Lodi was defeated by Babur at the Battle of Panipat in 1526, leading to the end of the Lodi dynasty.

Delhi was the capital of the Lodi dynasty.

Sikandar Lodi is known for his construction of the Lodi Gardens in Delhi.

Ibrahim Lodi is known for his patronage of Afghan culture and literature.

Sikandar Lodi is known for his administrative reforms and introduction of a new land revenue system.

Ibrahim Lodi is known for his military campaigns against the Rajput kingdoms of Rajasthan.

Sikandar Lodi is known for his patronage of trade and commerce, and for issuing coins with his name and titles.

Ibrahim Lodi is known for his construction of the Qila-i-Kuhna mosque in Delhi.

Sikandar Lodi is known for his construction of the Badaun fort in Uttar Pradesh.

Ibrahim Lodi is known for his construction of the Agra fort.

Sikandar Lodi is known for his construction of the Fatehpur Sikri fort.

Ibrahim Lodi is known for his construction of the Sher Shah Suri tomb in Sasaram, Bihar.