Q144
Which Ladakhi King adopted the religion of Islam?
A.
Rgyalbu Rin-Chen
AnswerB.
Tagspa Bam Lde
C.
Tagspa Bum
D.
Lha-Chen Utpala
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
Rgyalbu Rin-Chen He was son of Lha-Chen-Dnos-Grub (1300 - 1325 AD). Due to political conflicts, he was forced to migrate to North Kashmir. Kashmir at that time was invaded by Dulacha, a General of Mongol King Khwarezm. He setup a strong empire in Kashmir and adopted the Islam religion. He became the first Muslim ruler of Kashmir. He was called Rin-Chen Shah or Shadruddin Shah.