Medieval History of India MCQs

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Medieval History of India MCQs

Practice Medieval History of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Vijayanagara Empire, Bahmani Kingdom, Rajput Kingdoms, administration, art and architecture, religious movements, important rulers, battles and historical developments frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #241
The 'Tughlaq' dynasty was known for:
A. Architectural austerity
B. Use of marble
C. Use of arches and domes
D. Elaborate decoration
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Tughlaq architecture is known for its plain and massive structures, using rough stone and plaster.
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Question #242
Who was the author of 'Futuh-us-Salatin'?
A. Afif
B. Barani
C. Isami
D. Khusrau
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Isami wrote 'Futuh-us-Salatin', a history of the Delhi Sultanate.
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Question #243
The 'Vijayanagara' empire had a unique irrigation system that included:
A. Both
B. Tanks (reservoirs)
C. Canals
D. None
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Vijayanagara utilized both tanks and canals for irrigation.
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Question #244
Which ruler of the 'Ganga' dynasty in Orissa built the Sun Temple at Konark?
A. Kapilendra
B. Narasingha Deva I
C. Anantavarman Chodaganga
D. Gangadhara
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Narasingha Deva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty built the Sun Temple at Konark in the 13th century.
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Question #245
The 'Bahmani' kingdom's administrative divisions were called:
A. Subas
B. Tarafs
C. Parganas
D. Sarkars
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Bahmani kingdom was divided into provinces called Tarafs.
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Question #246
Who was the Mughal governor of Bengal who became independent?
A. Alivardi Khan
B. Mir Qasim
C. Siraj-ud-daula
D. Murshid Quli Khan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Murshid Quli Khan was the first independent Nawab of Bengal under the Mughals.
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Question #247
The 'Ranthambhor' fort is in which state?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Rajasthan
C. Gujarat
D. Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Ranthambhor is in Rajasthan.
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Question #248
Which of the following was a reformer of the Bhakti movement who preached 'Nirguna' Brahman?
A. Kabir
B. All of the above
C. Dadu
D. Nanak
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
All these saints preached a formless God (Nirguna).
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Question #249
The 'Mughal' emperor who constructed the 'Taj Mahal' was:
A. Akbar
B. Shah Jahan
C. Aurangzeb
D. Jahangir
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Shah Jahan built the Taj Mahal.
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Question #250
The 'Rashtrakuta' dynasty's most famous ruler was:
A. Krishna I
B. Govinda III
C. Amoghavarsha I
D. Dantidurga
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Amoghavarsha I is the most celebrated Rashtrakuta ruler known for his patronage of Jainism and literature.
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Question #251
Which of the following was a port of the 'Chola' dynasty?
A. Both
B. Korkai
C. Kaveripoompattinam
D. None
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Both were ports.
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Question #252
The 'Lingayats' or 'Veerashaivas' were followers of:
A. Madhvacharya
B. Basava
C. Ramanuja
D. Sankara
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Basava founded the Lingayat movement in Karnataka.
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Question #253
Who was the first ruler of the 'Sayyid' dynasty?
A. Alam Shah
B. Mubarak Shah
C. Muhammad Shah
D. Khizr Khan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Khizr Khan was the first Sayyid ruler.
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Question #254
The 'Pala' dynasty's emblem was:
A. A lion
B. An elephant
C. A fish
D. A bull
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Pala emblem is a lion.
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Question #255
The 'Deccan' sultanates were eventually conquered by which Mughal emperor?
A. Aurangzeb
B. Shah Jahan
C. Akbar
D. Jahangir
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Aurangzeb conquered the Deccan sultanates in the late 17th century.
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Question #256
Which Rajput ruler built the 'Amber Fort'?
A. Raja Man Singh
B. Raja Bhagwan Das
C. Raja Jai Singh
D. Raja Udai Singh
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Raja Man Singh constructed the Amber Fort in the early 16th century.
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Question #257
The 'Mughal' empire reached its territorial zenith under which emperor?
A. Akbar
B. Jahangir
C. Shah Jahan
D. Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Aurangzeb expanded the empire to its greatest extent, covering almost the entire Indian subcontinent.
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Question #258
Who was the 'Sultan' of Delhi who introduced the 'Ain' or market regulations?
A. Alauddin Khalji
B. Iltutmish
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Balban
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Alauddin Khalji introduced market regulations.
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Question #259
The 'Qutb Shahi' dynasty ruled from Golkonda and Hyderabad. Which ruler built the Charminar?
A. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah
B. Abdullah Qutb Shah
C. Ibrahim Qutb Shah
D. Sultan Quli Qutb Shah
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah built the Charminar in 1591.
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Question #260
The 'Vijayanagara' empire was defeated by a coalition of Deccan sultanates at:
A. Talikota
B. Rakshasa-Tangadi
C. Bannihatti
D. Both A and C
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The battle is known as both Talikota and Rakshasa-Tangadi.
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