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 #281
Who was the first Muslim conqueror to set foot in India?
A. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B. Muhammad Ghori
C. Mahmud of Ghazni
D. Muhammad bin Qasim
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Muhammad bin Qasim conquered Sindh in 712 AD.
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Question #282
The 'Tughlaq' dynasty's founder was:
A. Firuz Shah Tughlaq
B. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
D. Mahmud Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq founded the Tughlaq dynasty.
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Question #283
The 'Pala' dynasty was later replaced by which dynasty in Bengal?
A. Lodi
B. Khilji
C. Sena
D. Mughal
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Sena dynasty overthrew the Palas in Bengal.
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Question #284
Which Rajput ruler fought against Akbar and was later killed in the Battle of Haldighati?
A. Rana Kumbha
B. Rana Udai Singh
C. Rana Sanga
D. Maharana Pratap
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Maharana Pratap fought at Haldighati, though he survived the battle and continued resistance.
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Question #285
The 'Sikh' holy scripture 'Guru Granth Sahib' was compiled by:
A. Guru Arjan
B. Guru Tegh Bahadur
C. Guru Gobind Singh
D. Guru Nanak
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Guru Arjan compiled the Adi Granth, which later became the Guru Granth Sahib.
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Question #286
Which Sultan built the 'Qutb Minar'?
A. Firuz Shah
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
D. Iltutmish
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Qutb-ud-din Aibak started construction of the Qutb Minar.
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Question #287
The 'Bahmani' kingdom was founded by:
A. Firuz Shah
B. Muhammad Shah
C. Alauddin Hasan
D. Ahmad Shah
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah founded the Bahmani kingdom.
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Question #288
Who was the 'Nawab of Awadh' who declared independence from the Mughals?
A. Saadat Khan
B. Shuja-ud-daula
C. Wajid Ali Shah
D. Asaf-ud-daula
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Saadat Khan, the first Nawab of Awadh, declared independence in 1722.
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Question #289
The 'Chola' empire's decline began after the reign of:
A. Kulottunga III
B. Rajadhiraja II
C. Rajendra III
D. Rajaraja III
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Rajendra III was the last Chola ruler, and the empire declined in the 13th century.
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Question #290
Which of the following was a 'Mughal' emperor who was a poet and wrote verses?
A. All of the above
B. Humayun
C. Babur
D. Jahangir
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
All three were known for their literary interests.
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Question #291
The 'Maratha' empire's revenue system included 'Chauth' and 'Sardeshmukhi'. What was Chauth?
A. Ten percent of the revenue
B. One-fourth of the revenue
C. A poll tax
D. A religious tax
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Chauth was a tax of 25% (one-fourth) of the revenue claimed by the Marathas from territories they raided.
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Question #292
Who was the last great ruler of the 'Bahmani' kingdom?
A. Ahmad Shah III
B. Muhammad Shah III
C. Mahmud Shah
D. Firuz Shah
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Muhammad Shah III was the last strong Bahmani ruler; after him the kingdom fragmented into five sultanates.
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Question #293
The 'Mughal' painting style was influenced by:
A. Persian and Indian traditions
B. None
C. Both
D. European art
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Mughal painting blended Persian, Indian, and later European influences.
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Question #294
Which of the following is a famous Sufi shrine in Delhi?
A. None
B. Dargah of Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki
C. Dargah of Nizamuddin Auliya
D. Both
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Both are famous dargahs in Delhi.
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Question #295
The 'Rana' of Mewar who built the 'Kumbhalgarh' fort was:
A. Rana Udai Singh
B. Rana Kumbha
C. Rana Sanga
D. Maharana Pratap
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Rana Kumbha built the Kumbhalgarh fort.
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Question #296
The 'Jain' temples of Mount Abu were built in which century?
A. 13th-14th
B. 15th-16th
C. 11th-12th
D. 17th-18th
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Dilwara temples were built between the 11th and 13th centuries.
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Question #297
Who was the author of 'Tabakat-i-Nasiri'?
A. Isami
B. Shams-i-Siraj Afif
C. Ziauddin Barani
D. Minhaj-i-Siraj
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Minhaj-i-Siraj wrote 'Tabakat-i-Nasiri', a history of the Delhi Sultanate.
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Question #298
The 'Nizam of Hyderabad' was a title held by the ruler of:
A. Hyderabad Sindh
B. Hyderabad Deccan
C. Both
D. None
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Nizam of Hyderabad ruled the princely state in the Deccan.
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Question #299
The 'Battle of Panipat' in 1526 was fought between:
A. Babur and Rana Sanga
B. Akbar and Hemu
C. Babur and Ibrahim Lodi
D. Humayun and Sher Shah
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The first Battle of Panipat (1526) was fought between Babur and Ibrahim Lodi.
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Question #300
The 'Rathore' king of Jodhpur who fought against Aurangzeb was:
A. Maharaja Vijay Singh
B. Maharaja Jaswant Singh
C. Maharaja Bakht Singh
D. Maharaja Ajit Singh
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Jaswant Singh, a Rathore ruler, served under Shah Jahan but later opposed Aurangzeb.
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