Muhammad bin Tughluq was the Turkic Sultan of Delhi from 1325 to 1351. He was the son of Turk Ghiyas-ud-din, the founder of the Tughluq dynasty that REPLACED Khilji rule in Delhi, and succeeded his FATHER upon his death. As the second sultan of the Tughluq dynasty, he was successful in extending the rule of the Delhi sultanate of northern India over most of the subcontinent though only for a brief period. As the eldest son of the sultan, it is believed that he was groomed for succession from a young age. Even though little is KNOWN about his early years, there is enough proof to suggest that he received a high quality education and training in military administration and martial arts. He was a brave young man and started displaying his prowess as a warrior even before ascending the throne. During the reign of his father he was sent to the city of Warangal in the Deccan to subdue a rebellion by Hindu rajas which he successfully did. As the sultan he had to contend with several rebellions and revolts throughout his reign. He was an enigmatic personality, with contradictory characteristics—while he was known to a cruel and ruthless ruler, he also earned a reputation for being a RELIGIOUSLY TOLERANT and humble leader.