medieval India · Mughal

Second Battle of Panipat

Restored Mughal authority after Humayun’s death and secured the young Akbar’s position in northern India.

Date1556 CE
LocationPanipat, Haryana
OutcomeMughal victory
VictorAkbar’s forces under Bairam Khan
DefeatedHemu
CommandersBairam Khan, Hemu

UPSC relevance

High relevance for Akbar’s accession and the restoration of Mughal rule.

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