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The fifth and last dynasty of the Delhi sultanate, the Lodi dynasty, was of Afghan descent. One of the Afghan Sardars who had settled in Punjab was Bahlul Lodi. During the Sayyid era, he received the Sirhind iqta. The Khokhars were a ferocious, warlike clan that lived in the Salt Ranges of present-day Pakistan. Bahlul Lodi restrained their rising influence. Muhammad Shah called Sayid Sultan of Delhi to ask for assistance in fending off a Malwa attack. Bahlul remained in Delhi even after thwarting the attempt. In 1451, Bahlul and his troops seized possession of Delhi. For instance, Delhi's "Lodhi" Gardens are examples of tombs built in the Lodhi Dynasty's garden architecture style.
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