In the context of the Ahom dynasty in Assam, consider the following statements:

Sukapha was the first Ahom king who defeated the Kacharis and expanded the territory.

Sukhangpha's reign marked the peak of Ahom power in the Brahmaputra Valley.

The Ahoms faced military expeditions from the Mughals starting in 1612.

Chilarai was a notable military commander of the Ahoms during their conflicts with the Koches.

How many of the above statements are correct?

Question

Sukapha was the first Ahom king who defeated the Kacharis and expanded the territory: Correct. Sukapha established the Ahom dynasty by subjugating several tribes, including the Kacharis.
Sukhangpha's reign marked the peak of Ahom power in the Brahmaputra Valley: Correct. Under Sukhangpha, the Ahoms became the dominant power in the region.
The Ahoms faced military expeditions from the Mughals starting in 1612: Correct. The Mughals launched multiple expeditions against the Ahoms from 1612 onwards.
Chilarai was a notable military commander of the Ahoms during their conflicts with the Koches: Incorrect. Chilarai was a commander of the Koches, not the Ahoms.

Thus, three of the statements are correct. The correct answer is (C) Only three.

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Only three

Sukapha was the first Ahom king who defeated the Kacharis and expanded the territory: Correct. Sukapha established the Ahom dynasty by subjugating several tribes, including the Kacharis.
Sukhangpha's reign marked the peak of Ahom power in the Brahmaputra Valley: Correct. Under Sukhangpha, the Ahoms became the dominant power in the region.
The Ahoms faced military expeditions from the Mughals starting in 1612: Correct. The Mughals launched multiple expeditions against the Ahoms from 1612 onwards.
Chilarai was a notable military commander of the Ahoms during their conflicts with the Koches: Incorrect. Chilarai was a commander of the Koches, not the Ahoms.

Thus, three of the statements are correct. The correct answer is (C) Only three.

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