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Who was Mahmud Gawan? Briefly discuss his achievements as
Successful military general
Capable administrator
Asked by Topperlearning User | 20 Apr, 2015, 10:40: AM
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Mahmud Gawan was the Prime Minister or the ‘wazir’ of the Bahmani king Muhammad Shah III. The kingdom reached the height of its glory under Mahmud Gawan.
- He was a successful military general. The boundaries of the kingdom extended under him. He captured the strategic port of Goa from the Vijayanagar kingdom. He also raided and plundered Kanchipuram.
- He was a capable administrator as he strengthened the position of the king. The power of the nobles was curbed. He promoted agricultural activities and improved the land revenue system.
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