Explanation

• Sindh became part of the Arab Empire in 712 AD after the conquest by Muhammad bin Qasim.
• It remained under Arab rule until 1014 AD, when local dynasties and later the Ghaznavids took control.
• Capital of Arab Sindh: Al-Mansura (near modern Sukkur).
• Arab rule duration: About 303 years.

Last verified on 16-03-2026

Explanation

Timeline of Sindh Conquests / Rule

• 1026 AD: Sindh conquered by Sultan Mehmood Ghaznavi
• 1050 AD: Soomras take control from Ghaznavides
• 1351 AD: Samas take control from Soomras
• 1520–1566 AD: Rule of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent
• 1520–1591 AD: Sindh ruled by Shah Baig Argoon, Shah Hassan Argoon, Mirza Isa Tarkhan, etc.
• 1591 AD: Sindh conquered by Mughals
• 1701 AD: Kalhoras take control from Mughals
• 1783 AD: Talpurs overthrow Kalhoras
• 17 Feb 1843: Sindh annexed by British from Talpurs

Last verified on 16-05-2026

Explanation

• Manora Fort was constructed in 1797 during the rule of the Talpur dynasty in Sindh.
• It was built to protect the Karachi harbor and coastal trade routes.

Additional information:

• Ruling Dynasty: Talpur (1783–1843)
• Location: Manora Island, Karachi
• Major Trade Links: Oman, Bahrain, Persian Gulf

Last verified on 16-03-2026

Explanation

• The Sukkur Barrage, officially named Lloyd Barrage, is located in Sindh Province.
• It built from 1923 to 1932 during the British Raj.
• It was rehabilitated in November 2004. 
• The barrage is approximately 2 km (1 mi) long.
• It is the oldest in Pakistan, with seven canals taking off from it.

Last verified on 14-03-2026

Explanation

• The Battle of Miani was fought on 17 February 1843.
• It was between the British East India Company and the Talpur rulers of Sindh.
• Sir Charles Napier led the British army and defeated the Talpurs.
• It leading to the annexation of Sindh.

Last verified on 14-03-2026