Who founded the Timurid Empire in the 14th century?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Amir Timur (Tamerlane), who made Samarkand his capital
- Step 1: The Timurid dynasty is named after its founder. Step 2. Timur (born 1336) built an empire from Central Asia to Anatolia. Answer: Amir Timur. Why not the others: The others founded the Mongol Empire, the Shaybanid state and the Mughal Empire.
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