Islam Khan Flashcards
1
Q
First Mughal subahdar who brought Bengal under Mughal control?
A
Islam Khan
2
Q
Islam Khan’s major tasks?
A
Defeat the rebellious Bara Bhuiyans, zamindars and Afghan chiefs
3
Q
Why was Dhaka chosen as the capital?
A
- Centrally located at the heart of the river network.
- Close to the headquarters of the Bara Bhuiyans
- Allowed military forces to travel easily to the troublesome eastern regions of Bengal.
- Perfect for the development of Bengal.
4
Q
What did Islam Khan do to crush the power of Musa Khan and his confederates?
A
Applied diplomacy in winning over as many zamindars and chiefs as he could, e.g. he persuaded Raja Pratapaditya of Jessore to join the Mughal army by offering territories and patronage.
5
Q
How did Islam Khan make local leaders join the Mughal army?
A
By confiscating their war materials and forcing them to join the army
6
Q
What was Dhaka named?
A
Jahangirnagar
7
Q
Which regions did Islam Khan occupy?
A
Kamarupa, Kuchbihar and Kachkar
