EXPLORING SOCIAL STRUCTURE OF KASHMIR UNDER THE CHAK SULTANATE ERA

This research paper aims to explore the social structure of Kashmir during Chak Sultanate era, which lasted from 15th 16th century. Using primary sources, including historical accounts and inscriptions, this study provides an in-depth analysis hierarchy, class system, religious ethnic diversity region period. The highlights significant influence Islam on fabric Kashmir, as well role ruling elite in shaping political landscape region. reveals that while era was marked by a high degree stratification inequality, it also period cultural intellectual flourishing, evidenced development art, literature, architecture. Overall, sheds light crucial but understudied history offering insights into dynamics continue shape day.