The Battle of Khanwa was fought in 1527 between Babar and a confederacy of Rajput rulers led by Rana Sanga of Mewar. After his victory at Panipat against the Muslim Lodi dynasty, Babar faced a more formidable challenge from the Rajputs. Facing a potentially demoralized army, Babar declared the battle a 'Jehad' (holy war) to galvanize his troops against the Hindu opponents and forbade the consumption of wine.