Q. Sher Shah defeated Humayun and captured Gaur in the battle of ______:
Answer: Chausa in 1539 A.D.
Notes: The Battle of Chausa (June 26, 1539) resulted in Sher Shah Suri's decisive victory over Mughal Emperor Humayun, marking the rise of the Suri Empire. Humayun escaped across the Ganges with loyal followers. Sher Shah adopted his title post-victory and employed innovative military tactics, including trenches and guerrilla warfare. This defeat led to Humayun's exile and a temporary collapse of Mughal rule in India.

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