Option c is the correct answer The correct chronological order of the events is: 2. Defeat of Shuja near Banaras (24 Feb 1658) 4. Victory at Dharmat (15 April 1658) 3. Battle of Samugarh (29 May 1658) Battle of Deorai (12-14 April 1659) Important Tips Defeat of Shuja near Banaras (24th Feb 1658): The Battle of Bahadurpur, taking place on February 24, 1658, was a crucial event in the Mughal War of Succession following Shah Jahān's illness. His sons, including Dara Shikoh, Shah Shuja, Aurangzeb, and Murād Bakhsh, contended for power. Shah Shuja, then governing Bengal, was defeated at Bahadurpur near Benares by Dārä's son Sulaymān Shikōh. Aurangzeb later captured and executed Sulaymān, solidifying his rise to power. Aurangzeb further defeated Dārä, Murād, and Shah Shuja, securing his own rule. Victory at Dharmat (15th April 1658): This was another major victory for Aurangzeb in the Mughal succession struggle. Aurangzeb's forces defeated Dara Shikoh's forces at Dharmat, and Dara Shikoh was forced to flee. This victory paved the way for Aurangzeb to become emperor. Battle of Samugarh (29th May, 1658): It marked a pivotal moment in the Mughal war of succession. It saw Dara Shikoh retreating towards Samugarh after losing to Aurangzeb at Dharmat. Aurangzeb's force, marching extensively, flanked Dara's fortified position along the Chambal River, leading to a decisive confrontation during India's warm season. Battle of Deorai (April 12-14, 1659): It sealed Aurangzeb's supremacy as Mughal emperor. Fought against brother Dārä Shikōh, Aurangzeb emerged victorious in northeastern India. Dārä, expecting support from Jaswant Singh of Marwar, was abandoned and defeated after three days, leading to his capture and eventual execution.