History & Civics
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In 1307, Alauddin Khilji sent Malik Kafur to Devagiri to enforce tribute from the Yadava ruler, Ramachandra Dev, who was defeated again but allowed to rule in return for annual tribute and a marriage alliance. In 1310, Kafur defeated the Kakatiya ruler Prataprudradev of Warangal, who agreed to pay regular tribute. The campaign brought immense wealth, including the Kohinoor diamond. Kafur then captured Dwarasamudra, where the Hoysala king Vira Ballala III surrendered and accepted Khilji's suzerainty. Finally, Kafur plundered Madurai and other temple cities like Srirangam. These expeditions brought huge amounts of gold, jewels, and valuables to Delhi, greatly enriching Alauddin's empire.
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(Source: https://www.nios.ac.in/media/documents/SrSec315NEW/315HistoryEng/315HistoryEng_Lesson9.pdf)
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