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Meta Title: Sikander Shah and Religion – The Faith, Tolerance, and Legacy of Bengal’s Sultan

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🌙 Sikander Shah and Religion: The Faith Behind Bengal’s Grand Sultanate Disclaimer This blog is written for educational and historical purposes only. The intention is not to promote or criticize any religion, sect, or community. All interpretations are based on available historical sources and cultural records. Readers are encouraged to view the information with an open, scholarly, and respectful mindset. --- 🏰 English Version (Approx. 2300 words) Introduction Sikander Shah, the second ruler of the Ilyas Shahi dynasty of Bengal, ruled during the late 14th century CE. Known as a visionary and a deeply religious man, his reign combined power with piety, ambition with architecture, and devotion with diplomacy. His era is often remembered for the construction of the Adina Mosque at Pandua (Firozabad), one of the largest mosques in the Indian subcontinent. To understand Sikander Shah’s relationship with religion, we must explore not only his faith as a Muslim ruler but also ho...