محمد بن سُبُكتَجين (Muhammad ibn Subuktigin) was a prominent military leader and the founder of the Ghaznavid Empire in the late 10th century. He was originally a slave who rose through the ranks to become a powerful ruler in Afghanistan and parts of India. His reign marked the expansion of Islamic influence in the region. Under his leadership, the Ghaznavid Empire became known for its military campaigns, particularly against the Rajputs in northern India. Muhammad ibn Subuktigin is remembered for his contributions to the spread of Islam and for establishing a strong administrative system in his empire.