In this ‘objective biography’, the author explains that Babur was not a ‘Mughal’ king but the founder of the Timurid Empire in Hindustan. From his rise in Ferghana to setbacks in Samarkand and eventual establishment in Kabul, the book destroys the conventional depiction of this ruler, revealing his ambitions, which included the agenda to Islamize the whole world.

About the Speaker
Aabhas Maladahiyar has had an interesting journey, transitioning from a self-professed Marxist who voted against the BJP in 2014, to becoming a Modi supporter. A practicing Architect and Urban designer, he amalgamates his love for History with captivating storytelling, this time about Babur: The Chessboard King.