Accession1296
Alauddin Khalji seizes the throne after the killing of Jalaluddin Khalji and establishes himself as Sultan at Delhi.
Historical person
Alauddin Khalji Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Alauddin Khalji, based on 8 World History Database records associated with India.
8 records1296–13118 events6 places
Chronological biography
1296
1299
Conquest of Gujarat1299
Alauddin Khalji's armies conquer Gujarat, bringing a wealthy western region and its commercial centers under Delhi Sultanate control.
1301
Capture of Ranthambore1301
Alauddin Khalji captures the formidable fort of Ranthambore after a prolonged campaign against its Chauhan ruler.
1303
Defense against Mongols1303
Alauddin Khalji confronts a major Mongol invasion that reaches Delhi, prompting stronger fortifications and permanent military preparations around the capital.
Siege of Chittor1303
Alauddin Khalji captures Chittor after a major siege, extending Delhi Sultanate power deeper into Rajasthan.
1305
Market Regulations1305
Alauddin Khalji enforces extensive price and market regulations in Delhi to control supplies and support the costs of a large standing army.
1308
Deccan Campaigns Begin1308
Alauddin Khalji sends Malik Kafur into the Deccan, beginning campaigns that force several southern kingdoms to submit tribute to Delhi.
1311
Malik Kafur Southern Expedition1311
Alauddin Khalji's general Malik Kafur reaches far into southern India and returns to Delhi with tribute from powerful regional kingdoms.
Titles and roles
Sultan · Delhi Sultan
Record provenance
This biography is assembled from World History Database records filtered by country and personal-name fields. Exact duplicate display records are removed. The database is an index rather than a complete narrative biography; formal research should verify entries against relevant primary or specialist sources.