Q. Consider the following statements:
  1. Bahamani Kingdom was founded by Hasan Gangu
  2. Hasan Gangu was a general of Muhammad bin Tughluq, before establishing the Bahamni Dynasty
Which among the above statements is/ are correct?

Answer: Both 1 & 2 are correct
Notes: The royal name of Hasan Gangu was Ala-ud-Din Bahman Shah. He was awarded with title Zafar Khan by Tughlaq when he became his Governor.
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