The correct answer is (c). Nadir Shah invaded India in 1739.
Nadir Shah was the Shah of Persia from 1736 to 1747. He was a powerful and ruthless ruler who conquered much of the Middle East and Central Asia. In 1739, he invaded India and defeated the Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah. He looted Delhi and took a large amount of treasure, including the Peacock Throne. Nadir Shah’s invasion had a devastating impact on India. It weakened the Mughal Empire and led to a period of political instability.
Option (a) is incorrect because it refers to the invasion of India by Timur in 1398. Timur was a Mongol conqueror who defeated the Delhi Sultanate and sacked Delhi.
Option (b) is incorrect because it refers to the Battle of Plassey, which was fought in 1757. The battle was a turning point in the history of India, as it marked the beginning of British rule in India.
Option (d) is incorrect because it refers to the Third Battle of Panipat, which was fought in 1761. The battle was a decisive victory for the Afghans over the Marathas.