Q. Consider the following statements regarding the Ahmadnagar Sultanate:

1. The Ahmadnagar Sultanate was established in 1490.
2. It was ruled by the Nizam Shahi dynasty.
3. Ahmednagar was the first capital of the Sultanate.
4. The Sultanate was noted for architecture that reflected Persian influences and Shi'i Islamic heritage.

Which of the above statements is / are correct?
Answer: 1, 2 and 4
Notes: The Ahmadnagar Sultanate was established in 1490 (1) and was ruled by the Nizam Shahi dynasty (2). While Junnar was the initial capital, Ahmednagar became the main capital (statement 3 is incorrect). The Sultanate was renowned for Persian-influenced architecture and its Shi'i Islamic heritage (4). Therefore, statements 1, 2, and 4 are correct.