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 #441
The independent dynamic kingdom of Madurai Sultanate was originally carved out of the southernmost territories of the Delhi Sultanate during the reign of:
A. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C. Alauddin Khalji
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
In 1335 CE, Jalaluddin Ahsan Shah, the governor of Madurai appointed by Delhi, rebelled against Muhammad bin Tughlaq and declared the short-lived Madurai Sultanate independent.
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Question #442
The magnificent Adina Mosque, once among the largest mosques in medieval India, was constructed at Pandua by which ruler of Bengal?
A. Ghiyasuddin Azam Shah
B. Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah
C. Alauddin Husain Shah
D. Sikandar Shah
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Sultan Sikandar Shah of the Ilyas Shahi dynasty built the massive Adina Mosque in 1374 CE to serve as the main state mosque of the Bengal Sultanate.
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Question #443
Which prominent foreign traveler visited the capital city of Vijayanagara in 1420 CE during the reign of King Deva Raya I?
A. Fernao Nuniz
B. Athanasius Nikitin
C. Abdul Razzaq
D. Nicolo Conti
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Nicolo de Conti, a Venetian merchant and explorer, visited Vijayanagara in 1420 CE and wrote a vibrant account detailing the court culture and city fortifications.
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Question #444
The famous city of Ahmedabad was founded on the banks of the Sabarmati River in 1411 by which provincial sultan?
A. Ahmad Shah I
B. Bahadur Shah
C. Muzaffar Shah II
D. Mahmud Begarha
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Ahmad Shah I, the ruling Sultan of Gujarat, founded Ahmedabad in 1411 and shifted his administrative headquarters there from Anhilwada.
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Question #445
Which dynamic general of the Sur dynasty defeated Humayun at the Battle of Chausa in 1539 and the Battle of Bilgram (Kannauj) in 1540?
A. Islam Shah Suri
B. Sher Shah Suri
C. Sikandar Suri
D. Adil Shah Suri
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sher Shah Suri (originally Farid Khan) soundly defeated the Mughal Emperor Humayun in these consecutive battles, forcing him into a 15-year exile and establishing the Sur Empire.
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Question #446
The administrative position of 'Amil' in the Mughal provincial hierarchy was primarily responsible for handling which function?
A. Assessment and collection of land revenue
B. Maintaining law and order in the city
C. Commanding the local garrison troops
D. Managing the judiciary and charities
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
An 'Amil' (also known as Amalguzar) was the primary revenue officer at the Pargana (district) level, responsible for assessing yields and collecting taxes from farmers.
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Question #447
Which Mughal Emperor banned the performance of music at court, discontinued the practice of Jharokha Darshan, and abolished the solar Ilahi calendar?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Bahadur Shah I
C. Aurangzeb
D. Jahangir
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Aurangzeb adopt an austere administrative style, removing court musicians and halting customary practices like Jharokha Darshan (balcony appearances) which he viewed as un-Islamic.
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Question #448
The famous text 'Kitab-i-Navras', a collection of musical compositions praising Hindu deities and Sufi saints, was authored by which Deccan Sultan?
A. Ibrahim Adil Shah II
B. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah
C. Ali Adil Shah I
D. Chand Bibi
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sultan Ibrahim Adil Shah II of Bijapur, known for his deep cultural tolerance and artistic eye, wrote the 'Kitab-i-Navras' in Dakhni Urdu.
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Question #449
The iconic Charminar of Hyderabad was built in 1591 by Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah to commemorate which major event?
A. The elimination of a devastating plague epidemic
B. The accession of his dynasty to the throne
C. His victory over the Vijayanagara army
D. The signing of a peace treaty with the Mughals
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah built the Charminar monument in 1591 to celebrate the end of a deadly plague that had ravaged his new capital city.
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Question #450
Who was the last prominent ruler of the Sena Dynasty of Bengal whose capital Nadiya was surprised and taken by Bakhtiyar Khalji around 1204 CE?
A. Viswarupa Sena
B. Lakshmana Sena
C. Ballala Sena
D. Vijaya Sena
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Lakshmana Sena was the ruler of Bengal when Ikhtiyar uddin Muhammad bin Bakhtiyar Khalji launched a swift cavalry raid on Nadiya, forcing the king to retreat to eastern Bengal.
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Question #451
Which historic administrative region under the Cholas was arranged directly above the 'Nadu' (district) level in terms of hierarchy?
A. Taniyar
B. Kurram
C. Mandalam
D. Valanadu
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
In the highly organized Chola administrative setup, multiple villages formed a 'Nadu', groups of Nadus formed a 'Valanadu', and multiple Valanadus made up a 'Mandalam' (province).
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Question #452
The famous Persian festival of 'Navroz' was introduced with great pomp into the Delhi Sultanate court life by which ruler?
A. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
B. Iltutmish
C. Ghiyasuddin Balban
D. Alauddin Khalji
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Balban introduced the traditional Persian New Year festival, Navroz, to cultivate an aristocratic court environment and project imperial prestige.
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Question #453
Which prominent Bhakti saint from Maharashtra was a contemporary of Maratha king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and wrote emotional devotional poetry called Abhangs?
A. Ramdas
B. Jnaneshwar
C. Eknath
D. Sant Tukaram
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Sant Tukaram was an influential Varkari saint and poet who lived during Shivaji's time, famous for his heartfelt 'Abhang' hymns dedicated to Lord Vitthala.
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Question #454
The iconic Chand Minar, a standalone victory tower reflecting classic Iranian architectural patterns, is located within which fortress city?
A. Daulatabad Fort
B. Golconda Fort
C. Bidar Fort
D. Gulbarga Fort
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Chand Minar was built in 1445 by Sultan Alauddin Bahmani inside the Daulatabad Fort complex to commemorate his capture of the stronghold.
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Question #455
Which Mughal noble was granted the elite title of 'Khan-i-Khanan' and acted as the indispensable military regent for Akbar during his initial years on the throne?
A. Asaf Khan
B. Bairam Khan
C. Adham Khan
D. Man Singh
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Bairam Khan served as the guardian and military regent for young Akbar from 1556 to 1560, securing the empire's survival at the Second Battle of Panipat.
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Question #456
The landmark administrative and religious decree called 'Mahzar' (Infallibility Decree), which made Akbar the ultimate arbiter in socio-religious disputes, was issued in which year?
A. 1579
B. 1582
C. 1556
D. 1575
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
In 1579, Akbar issued the historic Mahzar declaration, drafted by Sheikh Mubarak, which elevated his executive authority above the orthodox ulema in religious legal interpretations.
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Question #457
The dynamic 'Chauth' and 'Sardeshmukhi' taxes collected by the Marathas were assessed on what underlying basis?
A. Chauth was 25% of land revenue; Sardeshmukhi was an additional 10% levy based on hereditary claims.
B. Chauth was a trade tax on ports; Sardeshmukhi was a religious tax on non-Marathas.
C. Chauth was 50% of the produce; Sardeshmukhi was a tax on dynamic forest goods.
D. Chauth was a 10% tax; Sardeshmukhi was a 50% emergency wartime crop levy.
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Chauth was a 25% tax levied on non-Maratha territories to protect them from raids, while Sardeshmukhi was an extra 10% tax collected based on Shivaji's claim as the supreme hereditary head.
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Question #458
Which dynamic ruler of the Delhi Sultanate earned the popular title of 'Lakh Baksh' (Giver of Lakhs) due to his exceptional generosity?
A. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B. Ghiyasuddin Balban
C. Nasiruddin Mahmud
D. Shamsuddin Iltutmish
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Slave Dynasty, was called 'Lakh Baksh' because of his lavish charitable donations to scholars and the poor.
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Question #459
The historic architectural monument 'Alai Darwaza', which serves as a spectacular southern gateway to the Qutub complex, was constructed by:
A. Iltutmish
B. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
C. Alauddin Khalji
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Alai Darwaza was built by Alauddin Khalji in 1311 CE. It is famous for being the first Indian building to use scientific Islamic arch and dome principles.
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Question #460
Who among the following was the founder of the independent Sufi order known as the Naqshbandi order in India during the late Mughal phase?
A. Shah Waliullah
B. Sheikh Ahmad Sirhindi
C. Khwaja Baqi Billah
D. Khwaja Bahauddin Naqshband
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
While the order was founded globally by Bahauddin Naqshband, it was formally introduced and established in India by Khwaja Baqi Billah during Akbar's reign.
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