Alauddin Khalji's invasion
Rise of the Vaghela dynasty
Construction of the Somnath temple
Arrival of the Portuguese
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The correct answer is: a) Alauddin Khalji’s invasion.
Alauddin Khalji was the second Sultan of the Delhi Sultanate. He was a powerful and ruthless ruler who expanded the Delhi Sultanate to its greatest extent. In 1299 CE, he invaded Gujarat and conquered the kingdom. This invasion marked a turning point in Gujarat’s history, as it led to the decline of the Vaghela dynasty and the rise of the Delhi Sultanate.
The other options are incorrect because:
- b) Rise of the Vaghela dynasty: The Vaghela dynasty was a Hindu dynasty that ruled Gujarat from the 12th to the 14th centuries. They were overthrown by Alauddin Khalji in 1299 CE.
- c) Construction of the Somnath temple: The Somnath temple was a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Shiva. It was built in the 12th century and destroyed several times by Muslim invaders. The last time it was destroyed was by Alauddin Khalji in 1299 CE.
- d) Arrival of the Portuguese: The Portuguese arrived in Gujarat in the 15th century. They established a trading post at Surat and later conquered the coastal regions of Gujarat. However, they did not have a significant impact on the interior of Gujarat.