**Battle of Chausa is fought between?**
VerifiedThe Battle of Chausa was a significant military confrontation that took place on June 26, 1539 (not 1534 as mentioned), between the Mughal Emperor Humayun and the Afghan ruler Sher Khan (later known as Sher Shah Suri). This battle was fought near Chausa, a town located in present-day Bihar, along the banks of the River Ganges.
Humayun, who had ascended the Mughal throne in 1530 after his father Babur's death, was facing challenges in consolidating his empire. Meanwhile, Sher Khan, an ambitious Afghan noble, had been steadily gaining power in Bihar and Bengal regions. The conflict arose as both rulers sought to establish their dominance over the fertile Gangetic plains.
The battle resulted in a decisive victory for Sher Khan, marking a major setback for the Mughal Empire. Humayun's forces were completely routed, and he barely managed to escape with his life. According to historical accounts, Humayun had to cross the Ganges on an inflated water-skin to save himself from capture or death.
This victory at Chausa was crucial for Sher Khan as it established him as a formidable opponent to Mughal rule. Following this success, he assumed the title of Sher Shah and went on to defeat Humayun again at the Battle of Kannauj in 1540, eventually forcing the Mughal emperor into exile for nearly 15 years.
The Battle of Chausa thus represents a turning point in medieval Indian history, temporarily ending Mughal dominance and ushering in the brief but significant Suri dynasty rule under Sher Shah Suri, who is remembered for his administrative reforms and the construction of the Grand Trunk Road.
