At which place battles were fought between Muhammad of Ghor and Prithviraj Chauhan in 1191 and 1192 CE?

Gharaunda
Taraori
Panipat
Kurukshetra

The correct answer is: A. Gharaunda

The first battle was fought at Taraori in 1191 CE, where Prithviraj Chauhan defeated Muhammad of Ghor. The second battle was fought at Gharaunda in 1192 CE, where Muhammad of Ghor defeated Prithviraj Chauhan and captured him.

Gharaunda is a town in Karnal district of Haryana, India. It is located on the banks of the Yamuna River, about 100 kilometers north of Delhi. The town is known for its historical significance, as it was the site of the Battle of Gharaunda in 1192 CE.

The Battle of Gharaunda was fought between the forces of Muhammad of Ghor and Prithviraj Chauhan. Muhammad of Ghor was a Muslim ruler from Afghanistan, while Prithviraj Chauhan was a Hindu ruler from India. The battle was fought over the control of the Indian subcontinent.

Muhammad of Ghor’s army was larger than Prithviraj Chauhan’s army, but Prithviraj Chauhan’s army was better trained and more experienced. The battle was fought for several days, and both sides suffered heavy losses. In the end, Muhammad of Ghor’s army was victorious, and Prithviraj Chauhan was captured.

The Battle of Gharaunda was a major turning point in the history of India. It marked the beginning of the Muslim conquest of India, and it led to the decline of the Hindu Rajput kingdoms.