The Slave Who Defeated Emperors | The Life & Times of Malik Ambar

The video narrates the life of Ambar, a boy from Abyssinia who was enslaved and taken to the Middle East. He was educated and trained in combat, eventually sold to India where he rose through the ranks to become a significant military and political figure. Ambar used his strategic skills to challenge the Mughal Empire, employing guerrilla tactics and establishing a puppet Sultan. Despite his successes, his legacy declined after his death, as his son failed to maintain the sultanate's independence.

What was the initial background of Ambar's family?

• They were part of the Christian community.

• They had a native African religious background.

• They were European settlers.

• They were Muslim traders.

What significant role did Ambar achieve while serving in India?

• He was crowned as a king.

• He became a personal assistant to an important minister.

• He was appointed as a general in the Mughal army.

• He became a Mughal emperor.

What title did Ambar receive after working for Sultana Chant Bibi?

• General

• Sultan

• Malik

• Emperor

How did Ambar manage to resist the Mughal Empire?

• By negotiating peace treaties.

• By building a large naval fleet.

• By using guerrilla warfare tactics.

• By forming alliances with European powers.

What was the fate of the Sultanate after Ambar's death?

• It became a peaceful region.

• It was divided among his sons.

• It expanded and conquered new territories.

• It was quickly overtaken by the Mughals.