What is the most prominent information about the life of Muhammad ibn al-Qasim al-Thaqafi, and what are the reliable sources that speak about him?
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Muhammad ibn Qasim al-Thaqafi was a prominent Muslim leader who distinguished himself during the reign of the Umayyad Caliph al-Walid ibn Abd al-Malik. Al-Hajjaj ibn Yusuf al-Thaqafi appointed him as the governor of the Sindh frontier when he was 17 years old. He led a large army to conquer the region of Sindh, and his leadership talents shone in managing battles. He succeeded in extending the state's authority over the region and conquered cities such as Debal and Multan. He continued to achieve victories for the Muslims until the death of al-Walid.
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