Who founded the Ghaznavid dynasty and when did they capture Ghazna?
Alp Tigin captured Ghazna in 962 after fleeing south of the Hindu Kush. His slave Sabuktigin later became governor of Ghazna following Alp Tigin's death in 963.
Questions about Ghaznavids
Short answers, pulled from the story.
When did Mahmud of Ghazni conduct his expeditions into northern India?
Mahmud carried out seventeen expeditions through northern India between 1001 and 1026 to establish control. He defeated the Hindu Shahi in the Battle of Peshawar in 1001 and raided the Somnath temple in 1026.
What happened to the Ghaznavid Empire after Mas'ud lost the Battle of Dandanaqan?
Mas'ud lost all Ghaznavid lands in Persia and Central Asia to the Seljuks after the disastrous defeat at the Battle of Dandanaqan in 1040. This event plunged the realm into a time of troubles that led to rapid disintegration.
Which languages were used by the Ghaznavid court during the 11th century?
The dynasty was thoroughly Persianised in language and culture despite originating from Central Asian Turks. Persian literary culture enjoyed a renaissance during the 11th century with poets like Abu'l-Faraj Rūnī and Sanā'ī working at the court.
When did the Ghurids conquer Lahore and end the Ghaznavid lineage?
Muhammad of Ghor conquered Lahore in 1186, ending power in northwestern India. Khusrau Malik was deposed and later executed in Firozkoh in 1191, extinguishing the lineage.