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 #261
Who was the author of 'Dabistan-i-Mazahib'?
A. Abul Fazl
B. Muhsin Fani
C. Jahangir
D. Badauni
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Muhsin Fani wrote 'Dabistan-i-Mazahib', a work on various religions.
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Question #262
The 'Nur Jahan' was the wife of which emperor?
A. Aurangzeb
B. Akbar
C. Shah Jahan
D. Jahangir
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Nur Jahan was the wife of Jahangir.
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Question #263
Which of the following was a European trading company that established factories in India in the 17th century?
A. All of the above
B. French East India Company
C. British East India Company
D. Dutch East India Company
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
All three established trading posts in India.
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Question #264
The 'Mahratta' empire under Shivaji had a strong navy based at:
A. Cochin
B. Kolaba
C. Bombay
D. Surat
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Shivaji's navy was stationed at Kolaba (Alibaug) and other coastal forts.
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Question #265
Who was the first ruler of the 'Bahmani' sultanate to shift the capital to Bidar?
A. Ahmad Shah I
B. Muhammad Shah
C. Alauddin Hasan
D. Firuz Shah
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Ahmad Shah I shifted the capital from Gulbarga to Bidar.
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Question #266
The 'Temple architecture' of the Hoysalas is known for:
A. Rock-cut architecture
B. Star-shaped platforms and intricate carvings
C. Gopurams
D. Pyramidal vimanas
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Hoysala temples are characterized by star-shaped bases and richly decorated walls.
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Question #267
Which of the following is a famous work of Tulsidas?
A. Ramcharitmanas
B. Both
C. Vinay Patrika
D. None
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Tulsidas wrote both 'Ramcharitmanas' and 'Vinay Patrika'.
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Question #268
The 'Mughal' emperor who lost Kandahar to the Safavids was:
A. Aurangzeb
B. Jahangir
C. Shah Jahan
D. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Kandahar was lost by Shah Jahan in 1649 despite efforts to regain it.
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Question #269
The 'Peshwa' dynasty's capital was:
A. Raigad
B. Pune
C. Bombay
D. Satara
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Peshwas ruled from Pune.
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Question #270
Who built the 'Jama Masjid' at Fatehpur Sikri?
A. Akbar
B. Jahangir
C. Aurangzeb
D. Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Akbar built the Jama Masjid in Fatehpur Sikri.
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Question #271
The 'Sufi' saint 'Baba Farid' is associated with which order?
A. Qadiri
B. Chishti
C. Suhrawardi
D. Naqshbandi
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Baba Farid was a Chishti saint.
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Question #272
The 'Rathore' kingdom's capital was initially at:
A. Barmer
B. Mandore
C. Jodhpur
D. Bikaner
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Rathores initially ruled from Mandore, later shifted to Jodhpur.
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Question #273
Which of the following was a 'Mughal' painting subject?
A. Court scenes
B. Portraits
C. All of the above
D. Hunting scenes
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Mughal paintings covered various themes.
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Question #274
The 'Gajapati' dynasty of Orissa was contemporary with which empire?
A. Vijayanagara
B. Bahmani
C. Mughal
D. Delhi Sultanate
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Gajapatis and Vijayanagara were contemporary rivals.
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Question #275
Who was the founder of the 'Nizamshahi' dynasty of Ahmadnagar?
A. Malik Ahmad
B. Burhan Nizam Shah
C. Ahmad Nizam Shah
D. Nizam-ul-Mulk
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Malik Ahmad established the Nizamshahi dynasty in 1490.
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Question #276
The 'Lodi' dynasty's rule was ended by:
A. Sher Shah
B. Babur
C. Akbar
D. Humayun
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi at Panipat in 1526, ending the Lodi dynasty.
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Question #277
Which of the following is a characteristic of 'Indo-Islamic' architecture?
A. Arches and domes
B. All of the above
C. Calligraphy
D. Minarets
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Indo-Islamic architecture incorporated all these features.
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Question #278
The 'Battle of Dharmat' (1658) was fought between:
A. Jahangir and Khusrau
B. Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb
C. Akbar and Hemu
D. Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Battle of Dharmat was a preliminary battle between Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh.
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Question #279
Who was the author of 'Majmu-ul-Bahrain'?
A. Jahangir
B. Abul Fazl
C. Sarmad
D. Dara Shikoh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Dara Shikoh wrote 'Majmu-ul-Bahrain' (Confluence of Two Seas) on Sufism and Hinduism.
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Question #280
The 'Vikramshila' university was located in present-day:
A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Bengal
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Vikramshila is in Bhagalpur district of Bihar.
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