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The First Battle of Tarain, fought in **1191 CE**, was a pivotal military engagement in medieval Indian history. It took place near Tarain (modern Taraori in Haryana, India) and pitted the invading **Ghurid army, led by Muhammad of Ghor**, against the powerful **Rajput Confederacy, primarily led by Prithviraj Chauhan**, the Chahamana ruler of Delhi and Ajmer.

This battle was a significant clash between two distinct military powers and cultures. Muhammad of Ghor, a prominent figure from the Ghurid dynasty in present-day Afghanistan, sought to expand his empire eastward into the fertile plains of northern India. Prithviraj Chauhan, renowned for his valor and military prowess, rallied a formidable alliance of Rajput chieftains to defend their territories.

The battle itself saw intense fighting, with both sides employing different tactics. The Ghurids were known for their highly mobile cavalry and effective horse archers, while the Rajputs relied on strong cavalry, infantry, and war elephants, often favoring close-quarter combat. Ultimately, the First Battle of Tarain resulted in a decisive victory for the Rajput forces, with Muhammad of Ghor being wounded and forced to retreat. This victory temporarily halted the Ghurid expansion into India, but it set the stage for a much more consequential confrontation the following year.