Medieval Indian History
1. Who among the following Slave dynasty rulers belong to Ilabari tribe of the Turks?
A.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Ruknuddin Firoj
2. After the death of Anwar-Ud-Din, his son Md Ali took shelter in which of the following places?
A.
Ernakulam
B.
Madras
C.
Trichinopoly
D.
Kochi
3. Which of the following started the construction of the Qutub Minar?
A.
Qutub-ud-din Aibak
B.
Illtutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Aramshah
4. In which year, Aurangzeb issued an order forbidding the construction of new temples by the Hindus? [A] 1559 CE [B] 1659 CE [C] 1569 CE [D] 1695 CE
A.
1559 CE
B.
1659 CE
C.
1569 CE
D.
1695 CE
5. Which of the following was given the epithet of Tana Shah as he was considered to be of dictatorial nature?
A.
Abdullah Qutb Shah
B.
Abul Hasan
C.
Ibrahim Qutb Shah
D.
Muhammad Quli
6. .In the Sultanate period the governors of the provinces were known as?
A.
Muqtis
B.
Shiqdar
C.
Amil
D.
Patwari
7. Which among the following rulers of Delhi Sultanate declared himself as Sikandar-I-Sani?
A.
Balban
B.
Kaiqubad
C.
Alauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
8. Battle of Talikota resulted in the end of which of the following?
A.
Deccan Sultanates
B.
Madurai Sultanate
C.
Pandya Empire
D.
Vijayanagar Empire
9. The famous Islamic scholar and philosopher Moinuddin Chishti was also known as
A.
Garib Nawaz
B.
Banda nawaz
C.
Mehboob -i-illahi
D.
Chirag-i-delhi
10. Who was the first Muslim king to conquer Southern Indian continents?
A.
Allauddin Khilji
B.
Balban
C.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D.
Ibrahim Lodhi
11. After the disintegration of Bahmani Kingdom, the Imad Shahi dynasty was founded in which year?
A.
1518 AD
B.
1528 AD
C.
1490 AD
D.
1619 AD
12. During whose reign among the following Qubacha (slave of Muizzudin) declared himself an independent ruler of Multan and seized Lahore and parts of the punjab ?
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Raziya
13. Which of the following kings captured the Iranian cities of Rayy and Hamadan?
A.
Alaptagin
B.
Mahmud
C.
Masud II
D.
Subuktagin
14. Who was the first female emperor of India?
A.
Rani Rudrama Devi
B.
Queen Didda
C.
Razia Sultana
D.
Noor Jahan
15. Which of the following was the author of ‘Kitab-ur-Rehlah’?
A.
Ibn Batuta
B.
Abdur Razzak
C.
Nicolo Conti
D.
Barbosa
16. Which Lodhi sultan annexed Sharqui dynasty?
A.
Bahlol Lodhi
B.
Sikander Lodhi
C.
Ibrahim Lodhi
D.
None of the above
17. In which of the followings reign Gopanna, also known as Ramdas swami, constructed the famous Bhadrachalam temple?
A.
Jamshid
B.
Subhan
C.
Abul Hasan
D.
None of the above
18. Gujri Mahal Museum’ was built by which king?
A.
Raja Man singh Tomar
B.
Raja Paramal Dev
C.
Raja Suraj pal
D.
Yashwantrao Holkar
19. After the disintegration of Bahmani Kingdom, the Qutub Shahi dynasty was founded in which year?
A.
1518 AD
B.
1490 AD
C.
1528 AD
D.
1619 AD
20. When did the second battle of Panipat held ?
A.
1555
B.
1556
C.
1557
D.
1558
21. Which of the following rulers introduced “Rupee” in India?
A.
Akbar
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Shershah Suri
D.
Shah Jahan
22. Under Vijayanagar empire, the land tax was also known as:
A.
Khanduga
B.
Athavan
C.
Sist
D.
Both b & c
23. The credit of establishing the Muslim rule in India goes to__?
A.
Arabs
B.
Turks
C.
Mongols
D.
Perseans
24. Which among the following were the small powers into which Bahmani Kingdom was disintegrated?
A.
Imadshahi of Bidar
B.
Adilshahi of Bijapur
C.
Qutubshahi of Ahmednagar
D.
Nizamshahi of Golconda
25. In which year, Islam started spreading in Afghanistan?
A.
641 CE
B.
642 CE
C.
643 CE
D.
644 CE
26. The chief items of exports during the rule of the Vijayanagar empire consisted of which of the following? 1) Cotton 2) Copper 3) Iron Select the correct option from the codes given below:
A.
Only 1 & 2
B.
Only 2 & 3
C.
Only 1 & 3
D.
1, 2 & 3
27. Akbar appointed which of the following as the governor of Kabul?
A.
Raja Man Singh
B.
Bakhtunnisa Begum
C.
Bhagwan Das
D.
Mirza Hakim
28. In which of the following years Jahangir with the help of Maratha sardars , Khan-i- Khanan inflicted a crushing defeat on the combined forces of Ahmadnagar, Bijapur, and Golconda?
A.
1600 A.D.
B.
1616 A.D.
C.
1620 A.D.
D.
1626 A.D.
29. Fathullah Imad Shah helped which of the following in his campaigns in 1472-73 CE?
A.
Malik Hasan Bahri
B.
Mahmud Gawan
C.
Burhan Nizam Shah
D.
None of the above
30. Which Vijayanagara king extended patronage to some of the most noted Kannada poets of the medieval period, such as Chamarasa and Kumara Vyasa?
A.
Devaraya-I
B.
Harihara-I
C.
Krishna Devaraya
D.
Devaraya-II
31. In medieval era , the term Barid stood for__?
A.
Intelligence Agents
B.
Exponder of laws
C.
Ministers of incharge of Army
D.
Head of city administration
32. Who among the following painters was sent to Persia by Mughal emperor Jahangir to draw portraits of Shah Abbas for Mughal Album ?
A.
Bishandas
B.
Ustad Mansur
C.
Govardhan
D.
Nainsukh
33. Mausoleum of Baiju Bawra is located at which place ?
A.
Chanderi
B.
Mandu
C.
Dhamoni
D.
Gwalior
34. During the reign of whom Mahmud Gawan was the wazir of Bahmani Kingdom?
A.
Ahmad Shah
B.
Humayun Shah
C.
Muhammad Shah II
D.
Tajuddin Firoj Shah
35. Who amongst the following rulers of Delhi Sultanate built Alai Darwaza?
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Ibrahim Lodhi
C.
Mohammad Tughlaq
D.
Allauddin Khilji
36. The Palace of thousand pillars, Hazar Sutun was built by whom?
A.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
B.
Allauddin Khilji
C.
Mohammad Tughlaq
D.
Ibrahim Lodhi
37. Who among the following sufi saints founded the Chishti Order ?
A.
Muinuddin Chishti
B.
Hamiduddin Chishti
C.
Nizamuddin Chishti
D.
Husamuddin Chishti
38. Which Tughlaq sultan founded the city of Tughlaqabad?
A.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
B.
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
C.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Ghiyaddin Tughlaq Shah II
39. Timur appointed Khizr Khan as governor of which place before leaving India after his ruthless attack?
A.
Bengal
B.
Delhi
C.
Multan
D.
Punjab
40. Who was the founder of the Delhi Sultanate?
A.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B.
Muhammad Ghori
C.
Iltutmish
D.
Alauddin Khilji
41. Which Mughal emperor was known for his policy of religious tolerance and his efforts to promote Hindu-Muslim unity?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
42. The Chola Empire reached its peak under which ruler?
A.
Rajendra Chola
B.
Rajaraja Chola
C.
Kulothunga Chola
D.
Vikramaditya Chola
43. Which of the following was NOT a part of the Vijayanagara Empire?
A.
Hampi
B.
Golconda
C.
Badami
D.
Vijayanagara
44. The famous Persian poet Amir Khusro served in the court of which Sultan?
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Muhammad Tughlaq
D.
Feroz Shah Tughlaq
45. Which Sultan established the Delhi Sultanate’s first major mosque, the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque?
A.
Balban
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
D.
Alauddin Khilji
46. Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?
A.
Babur
B.
Humayun
C.
Akbar
D.
Jahangir
47. Which dynasty ruled over Bengal before the arrival of the Mughals?
A.
Ghurid
B.
Khilji
C.
Sena
D.
Hussain Shahi
48. The famous Maratha leader Shivaji Maharaj founded which empire?
A.
Bahmani
B.
Mughal
C.
Maratha
D.
Vijayanagara
49. The famous Persian historian, known for his work ‘Baburnama,’ was:
A.
Amir Khusro
B.
Ibn Battuta
C.
Babur
D.
Firishta
50. Which of the following rulers was known for his extensive reforms in the revenue system and the introduction of the 'Chakri System'?
A.
Akbar
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Sher Shah Suri
D.
Muhammad Tughlaq
51. Which city was founded by the Mughal Emperor Akbar and became a major center of culture and administration?
A.
Agra
B.
Delhi
C.
Fatehpur Sikri
D.
Lahore
52. The Persian historian who wrote the 'Tabaqat-i-Nasiri' was:
A.
Juvayni
B.
Minhaj-ul-Siraj
C.
Khusro
D.
Firishta
53. Who was the founder of the Bahmani Sultanate in South India?
A.
Muhammad Bahman Shah
B.
Alauddin Bahman Shah
C.
Yusuf Adil Shah
D.
Mahmud Gawan
54. Which of the following Mughal emperors is famous for commissioning the construction of the Red Fort in Delhi?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
55. Which ruler of the Delhi Sultanate is known for his introduction of the 'Market Reforms' to control inflation and ensure fair pricing?
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Muhammad Tughlaq
D.
Feroz Shah Tughlaq
56. The famous travelogue ‘Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri’ was written by which Mughal Emperor?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
57. Which South Indian dynasty is renowned for its contributions to art, literature, and architecture, and had its capital at Hampi?
A.
Chola
B.
Pandya
C.
Vijayanagara
D.
Chera
58. Who was the prominent Sufi saint associated with the Chishti Order in Delhi and known for his spiritual teachings and miracles?
A.
Nizamuddin Auliya
B.
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
C.
Baba Farid
D.
Sheikh Salim Chishti
59. Which Mughal Emperor is credited with the construction of the iconic Taj Mahal?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Jahangir
D.
Shah Jahan
60. Which Sultan of Delhi is known for his construction of the Siri Fort and the introduction of the market control measures?
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Feroz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Muhammad Tughlaq
61. Which Mughal ruler is famous for his policy of Din-i-Ilahi (Religion of God)?
A.
Akba
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
62. The prominent South Indian temple built during the Chola dynasty, known for its grand architecture and sculptures, is the ________ Temple.
A.
Brihadeeswarar
B.
Meenakshi
C.
Virupaksha
D.
Ranganathaswamy
63. Who was the founder of the Ghurid dynasty, which laid the groundwork for the Delhi Sultanate?
A.
Muhammad Ghori
B.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C.
Iltutmish
D.
Alauddin Khilji
64. Which Maratha leader is renowned for his establishment of the Shivaji Maharaj’s navy and expansion of Maratha influence in the 17th century ?
A.
Shivaji Maharaj
B.
Sambhaji
C.
Balaji Vishwanath
D.
Raghunath Rao
65. Which Sultan is credited with the establishment of the Qutb Minar and was also the founder of the Delhi Sultanate?
A.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Alauddin Khilji
D.
Feroz Shah Tughlaq
66. Which Mughal Emperor was known for his significant military campaigns in the Deccan region?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jahangirc
67. The 'Rama-Raja' or 'Ramachandra' was a prominent ruler of which South Indian dynasty?
A.
Chola
B.
Chera
C.
Vijayanagara
D.
Pandya
68. Which Mughal Emperor is known for his efforts to consolidate the Mughal Empire and for his diplomatic relations with European powers?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
69. The 'Rajatarangini,' a historical chronicle of Kashmir, was written by which author?
A.
Kalhana
B.
Bilhana
C.
Somadeva
D.
Kamandaka
70. Which Mughal Emperor is renowned for his contributions to the development of the 'Rajput policy' and his alliance with Rajput states?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Jahangir
D.
Shah Jahan
71. The famous ‘Sufi saint’ who established the Chishti Order in India and was known for his simplicity and devotion was:
A.
Nizamuddin Auliya
B.
Baba Farid
C.
Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
D.
Sheikh Salim Chishti
72. The 'Ain-i-Akbari,' an important historical document detailing Akbar’s administration, was written by:
A.
Abu'l-Fazl
B.
Badayuni
C.
Jahangir
D.
Mirza Ghalib
73. The ‘Rani Durgavati’ was a queen of which medieval Indian kingdom, known for her valor and resistance against the Mughal Empire?
A.
Mewar
B.
Gondwana
C.
Vijayanagara
D.
Kakatiya
74. Which Delhi Sultan was known for his administrative reforms, including the introduction of the ‘Hindavi’ or ‘Hindustani’ language as the official language?
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Feroz Shah Tughlaq
D.
Muhammad Tughlaq
75. Which Mughal Emperor is known for his extensive use of Persian art and culture in his court?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
76. The famous scholar and historian who wrote the ‘Muntakhab-ul-Lubab,’ a history of the Tughlaq dynasty, was:
A.
Ziauddin Barani
B.
Firishta
C.
Abu’l-Fazl
D.
Khafi Khan
77. The architectural masterpiece ‘Gol Gumbaz,’ which is renowned for its massive dome, was built by:
A.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B.
Muhammad Adil Shah
C.
Sher Shah Suri
D.
Akbar
78. The famous Persian historian who wrote the ‘Tarikh-i-Firishta,’ detailing the history of the Deccan Sultanates, was:
A.
Ferishta
B.
Ibn Battuta
C.
Al-Biruni
D.
Abu’l-Fazl
79. Which South Indian dynasty is known for its extensive influence on the art, culture, and architecture of the Deccan region in the medieval period ?
A.
Chola
B.
Hoysala
C.
Pandya
D.
Vijayanagara
80. Which Mughal ruler is credited with creating the ‘Ibadat Khana’ (House of Worship) to facilitate discussions on religion and philosophy?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Jahangir
D.
Shah Jahan
81. The ‘Ain-i-Akbari’ was part of a larger work known as the ‘______,’ which provides detailed accounts of the Mughal administration.
A.
Baburnama
B.
Akbarnama
C.
Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri
D.
Tarikh-i-Firishta
82. Which Deccan Sultanate was known for its architectural achievements, including the construction of the Gol Gumbaz and the Ibrahim Rauza?
A.
Bahmani Sultanate
B.
Qutb Shahi Dynasty
C.
Adil Shahi Dynasty
D.
Nizam Shahi Dynasty
83. Which Mughal emperor is known for his policy of ‘Din-i Ilahi,’ which aimed at integrating different religious communities into a unified state?
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Jahangir
D.
Aurangzeb
84. Which Mughal emperor was known for his attempts to reform the tax system by introducing the ‘Dahsala’ system?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
85. The ‘Tarikh-i-Firishta,’ a significant historical source on medieval India, was written by which Persian historian?
A.
Ibn Battuta
B.
Khafi Khan
C.
Ferishta
D.
Al-Biruni
86. Which Sultanate was known for its elaborate system of revenue collection called the ‘Iqtadari’ system, which involved land grants to military commanders?
A.
Delhi Sultanate
B.
Bahmani Sultanate
C.
Mughal Empire
D.
Vijayanagara Empire
87. The ‘Rana Sanga,’ a prominent Rajput ruler who fought against the Mughal Empire in the Battle of Khanwa, was the ruler of which kingdom?
A.
Mewar
B.
Marwar
C.
Bundelkhand
D.
Kachchh
88. The Mughal Emperor known for his extensive patronage of the arts and the establishment of the ‘Mughal School of Painting’ was:
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Jahangir
D.
Shah Jahan
89. Which Mughal Emperor is known for his role in the consolidation and expansion of the empire, particularly through his military campaigns and administrative reforms?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Shah Jahan
90. The famous Persian traveler who visited India during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughlaq and provided detailed accounts of the Sultanate period was:
A.
Ibn Khaldun
B.
Marco Polo
C.
Ibn Battuta
D.
Al-Idrisi
91. The architectural wonder ‘Qutb Minar’ in Delhi was commissioned by which ruler?
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C.
Alauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
92. The ruler who founded the Vijayanagara Empire and is known for his efforts to promote trade and agriculture was:
A.
Krishna Deva Raya
B.
Harihara I
C.
Bukka Raya I
D.
Deva Raya II
93. Which Deccan Sultanate was known for its significant contributions to art, particularly the construction of the Charminar and the Mecca Masjid?
A.
Bahmani Sultanate
B.
Qutb Shahi Dynasty
C.
Adil Shahi Dynasty
D.
Nizam Shahi Dynasty
94. Which Mughal emperor is known for his efforts to integrate Hindu nobility into the administration and his policy of religious tolerance?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
95. The famous Persian scholar who provided a detailed account of his travels to India during the rule of Muhammad bin Tughlaq and described the Sultanate’s administrative and economic conditions was:
A.
Ibn Battuta
B.
Marco Polo
C.
Al-Idrisi
D.
Al-Biruni
96. Which ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire was known for his diplomatic skills, military achievements, and patronage of Kannada literature?
A.
Krishna Deva Raya
B.
Harihara I
C.
Bukka Raya I
D.
Deva Raya II
97. The Sultanate that succeeded the Bahmani Sultanate and was known for its cultural contributions and the construction of the Gol Gumbaz was:
A.
Qutb Shahi Sultanate
B.
Adil Shahi Sultanate
C.
Nizam Shahi Sultanate
D.
Mughal Empire
98. The Mughal emperor who initiated the practice of issuing ‘Farmans’ (royal decrees) to govern different aspects of the empire’s administration was:
A.
Babur
B.
Akbar
C.
Jahangir
D.
Shah Jahan
99. The Mughals were originally from Central Asia.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
100. Raja Mansingh Tomar was a prominent ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
101. The Bahmani Sultanate was founded by Alauddin Bahman Shah.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
102. Rani Durgavati was a queen of the Gondwana Kingdom who fought against the Mughal Empire.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
103. The Qutb Minar was commissioned by Sultan Iltutmish.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
104. The Chalukyas were a prominent dynasty in Southern India during the medieval period.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
105. The Deccan Sultanates were five independent Muslim states that emerged after the decline of the Bahmani Sultanate.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
106. Raja Ravi Varma was a noted painter during the medieval period of Indian history.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
107. The Tughlaq dynasty was founded by Ghiyas-ud-din Tughlaq.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
108. Sher Shah Suri was known for introducing the Rupiya as currency in India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
109. The Vijayanagara Empire was founded by Harihara I and Bukka Raya I.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
110. The Deccan Sultanates were established by descendants of the Bahmani Sultanate’s regional governors.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
111. The renowned poet and scholar, Kabir, was a contemporary of Emperor Akbar.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
112. The city of Hampi was the capital of the Maratha Empire.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
113. 10. Iltutmish was known for his contributions to the architectural advancements of the Delhi Sultanate, including the construction of the Qutb Minar.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
114. The Khilji dynasty was established by Jalal-ud-din Khilji, who was succeeded by his nephew Alauddin Khilji.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
115. The Maratha Empire was officially established by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the late 17th century.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
116. The Bahmani Sultanate was a Sunni Muslim state that emerged in the Deccan region.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
117. The Mughal Empire was founded by Humayun after his victory over the Sultanate of Delhi.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
118. The famous poet and scholar Mirza Ghalib lived during the reign of Akbar.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
119. The Tughlaq dynasty is known for its attempts to centralize administrative power and its ambitious architectural projects.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
120. The Mughals faced significant resistance from the Rajputs, who were eventually integrated into the Mughal administration.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
121. The Persian poet Mirza Ghalib is known for his works in the Urdu language, which flourished during the Mughal period.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
122. The Chalukyas and Rashtrakutas were contemporaneous powers in South India, often engaging in territorial disputes.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
123. The city of Agra, known for the Taj Mahal, was established by the Mughal Emperor Akbar.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
124. The Vijayanagara Empire was founded by the brothers Harihara and Bukka Raya I in the 14th century.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
125. The famous Mughal painting known as ‘Jahangir Preferring a Sufi Shaikh to Kings’ was created by the artist Abu'l-Hasan.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
126. The Bahmani Sultanate was a Shia Muslim state that existed from the 14th to the 16th centuries in South India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
127. Sher Shah Suri was defeated by the Mughal Emperor Babur at the Battle of Panipat.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
128. The city of Delhi was known as 'Dilli' during the time of the Tughlaq dynasty.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
129. The Bahmani Sultanate was established in the early 14th century and was known for its strong military and trade connections with the Middle East.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
130. Emperor Akbar's policy of ‘Sulh-i-Kul’ was aimed at promoting religious tolerance and harmony among different communities.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
131. The Maratha Empire was founded by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the early 16th century.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
132. The city of Fatehpur Sikri, built by Emperor Akbar, was abandoned due to water scarcity and political reasons.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
133. The 'Tughlaqabad Fort' was built by Sultan Muhammad Tughlaq and served as the capital of the Delhi Sultanate for a brief period.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
134. The Maratha leader Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj established a navy to protect the western coast of India from foreign invasions.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
135. The Delhi Sultanate was a significant center for Persian literature and culture during its rule.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
136. The Chalukyas were known for their contributions to temple architecture, particularly in the Deccan region.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
137. The Battle of Talikota in 1565 marked the end of the Vijayanagara Empire’s dominance in South India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
138. The Mughal Emperor Jahangir was known for his patronage of arts and the establishment of the Mughal painting tradition.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
139. The Qutb Minar was built by Iltutmish and later completed by his successor, Qutb-ud-din Aibak.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
140. The Maratha warrior king Shivaji Maharaj was known for his naval strategies and fortifications along the western coast of India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
141. Sher Shah Suri’s administrative reforms included the introduction of a new currency known as the ‘Rupiya.’
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
142. The famous Persian traveler Ibn Battuta visited India during the reign of Sultan Alauddin Khilji.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
143. The Mughal Empire reached its zenith under the rule of Emperor Shah Jahan.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
144. The Mewar dynasty, known for its resistance against Mughal invasions, was founded by Rana Kumbha in the 15th century.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
145. The Bahmani Sultanate was succeeded by the Deccan Sultanates, including the Qutb Shahi and Adil Shahi dynasties.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
146. The famous Persian poet and scholar Omar Khayyam lived during the reign of the Delhi Sultanate.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
147. The Chola dynasty is renowned for its naval expeditions that extended its influence to Southeast Asia.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
148. The ‘Khutba’ is a sermon delivered during Friday prayers in Islamic tradition and was used by medieval rulers to legitimize their rule.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
149. The Mughals introduced the ‘Mansabdari’ system to integrate various military and administrative functions into a single hierarchical structure.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
150. Sher Shah Suri is credited with establishing the Grand Trunk Road, which facilitated trade and communication across northern India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
151. The ‘Chola bronzes’ are celebrated for their intricate metalwork and represent significant contributions to South Indian art and culture.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
152. The Maratha Empire was founded by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in the late 16th century.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
153. The Delhi Sultanate saw a series of invasions from the Mongols, which significantly impacted its stability and security.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
154. Which Mughal emperor introduced the ‘Nauraz’ or ‘New Year’s Day’ celebrations, marking the beginning of the Mughal calendar?
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
155. The famous Persian chronicler who documented the history of the Delhi Sultanate under various rulers and contributed to historical literature was:
A.
Al-Masudi
B.
Al-Biruni
C.
Khafi Khan
D.
Juzjani
156. The Vijayanagara king known for his military conquests and diplomatic skills, particularly his successful campaigns against the Sultanates of the Deccan, was:
A.
Krishna Deva Raya
B.
Harihara II
C.
Deva Raya I
D.
Bukka Raya II
157. The prominent Bahmani Sultanate ruler who established the city of Bidar as the new capital and was known for his support of scholars and poets was:
A.
Muhammad I
B.
Humayun
C.
Ahmad Shah I
D.
Mahmud Gawan
158. The Mughal emperor who was responsible for the construction of the ‘Jama Masjid’ in Delhi was:
A.
Akbar
B.
Jahangir
C.
Shah Jahan
D.
Aurangzeb
159. The Tughlaq dynasty is renowned for its administrative reforms, including the introduction of the ‘Tughlaqabad Fort’ as a new capital.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
160. The Chola Empire, under Rajaraja Chola I, expanded its influence to Sri Lanka and parts of Southeast Asia.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
161. The Mughal Empire was known for its centralized administrative system, with the ‘Mansabdari’ system playing a key role in military and civil administration.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
162. The Maratha leader Shivaji Maharaj was known for his policy of religious tolerance and fostering alliances with various communities.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
163. The Delhi Sultanate under Sultan Iltutmish was notable for its efforts to establish a strong administrative framework and consolidate control over northern India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
164. The Chola Empire’s influence extended significantly into Southeast Asia, including regions such as modern-day Malaysia and Indonesia.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
165. The Maratha Confederacy, established in the 18th century, was primarily a response to the decline of the Mughal Empire and aimed to unify various regional powers.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
166. The Deccan Sultanates were known for their role in the spread of Persian culture and literature in South India.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
167. The Tughlaq dynasty was known for its ambitious projects, including the construction of the Tughlaqabad Fort and the introduction of a new capital city.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
168. The Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb is known for his policies that reversed the religious tolerance practiced by his predecessors, leading to increased conflicts with regional powers.
A.
True
B.
False
C.
D.
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