Accession
Ghiyasuddin Balban becomes Sultan after years as the dominant noble and chief minister under Nasiruddin Mahmud.
Role range: 1266-1287
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Ghiyasuddin Balban Biography and Timeline
Follow Ghiyasuddin Balban through 2 dated historical records for India.
Ghiyasuddin Balban, historical timeline
A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.
2Distinct records
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1266–1279Years on this page
1266
1279
Mongol Frontier Defense
Balban reinforces the northwestern frontier and maintains strong military defenses against recurring Mongol pressure on the Sultanate.
Role range: 1266-1287
Records, sources and methodology
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