Did Rana Sanga invite Babur to invade India, or was this an allegation shaped by Babur's own political interests? Examining the contested account in the Baburnama, Avinash Nayak revisits one of the most debated episodes of medieval Indian history. Drawing on primary sources and competing historical interpretations, the article separates established facts from speculation and questions the facile branding of Rana Sanga as a traitor. It also revisits his formidable resistance to Babur, culminating in the Battle of Khanwa, offering a nuanced perspective on history, political alliances and Rajput valour.
