Rise of Bengal Sultanate under Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah after Delhi Sultanate's defeat.
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In 1352, Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah established the Bengal Sultanate after defeating the Delhi Sultanate. This marked a significant shift in power in the region, as Bengal gained independence and established its own ruling dynasty. The Bengal Sultanate's establishment brought about a period of political stability and economic growth in the region.
Under the rule of Ilyas Shah and his successors, the Bengal Sultanate flourished, with advancements in trade, agriculture, and culture. The capital city, Pandua, became a center of art, literature, and Islamic scholarship. The sultans of Bengal maintained diplomatic relations with neighboring kingdoms, further solidifying their position in the region.
The establishment of the Bengal Sultanate by Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah was a turning point in the history of Bengal, marking the beginning of a period of independence and prosperity. The sultans of Bengal played a significant role in shaping the cultural and political landscape of the region for centuries to come.
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