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 #621
The famous Kashmiri saint and poet Lal Ded wrote short, powerful four-line mystic verses that are known in regional literature as:
A. Dohas
B. Abhangs
C. Shlokas
D. Vakhs
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Lal Ded's verses are called 'Vakhs' (meaning speech or sayings). These short, poetic songs carry deep spiritual insights and helped shape early Kashmiri literature.
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Question #622
Who was the last ruler of the Lodi Dynasty?
A. Daulat Khan Lodi
B. Ibrahim Lodi
C. Sikandar Lodi
D. Bahlul Lodi
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Ibrahim Lodi was the last Lodi ruler, defeated by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.
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Question #623
The Iqta system was introduced during the reign of which Delhi Sultan?
A. Balban
B. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C. Iltutmish
D. Alauddin Khilji
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Iltutmish introduced the Iqta system for land revenue administration in the Delhi Sultanate.
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Question #624
The Battle of Haldighati was fought between Akbar and:
A. Raja Man Singh
B. Rana Sanga
C. Hem Chandra
D. Rana Pratap
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
In 1576, Akbar's forces under Man Singh fought Rana Pratap in the Battle of Haldighati.
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Question #625
Who founded the Bahmani Kingdom?
A. Muhammad Shah I
B. Firoz Shah Bahmani
C. Alauddin Bahman Shah
D. Krishnadevaraya
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Alauddin Bahman Shah (Hasan Gangu) founded the Bahmani Kingdom in 1347.
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Question #626
The Taj Mahal was built by which Mughal emperor?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Jahangir
C. Aurangzeb
D. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Shah Jahan constructed the Taj Mahal in Agra as a mausoleum for Mumtaz Mahal.
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Question #627
Which Sufi saint is associated with the Chishti order in India?
A. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
B. Nizamuddin Auliya
C. Salim Chishti
D. All of the above
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Prominent Chishti saints include Moinuddin Chishti, Nizamuddin Auliya, and Salim Chishti.
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Question #628
The Vijayanagara Empire was founded by:
A. Krishnadevaraya
B. Rama Raya
C. Harihara and Bukka
D. Devaraya II
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Harihara I and Bukka Raya I founded the Vijayanagara Empire in 1336.
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Question #629
Who wrote the 'Baburnama'?
A. Faizi
B. Babur
C. Badauni
D. Abul Fazl
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Babur's autobiography 'Baburnama' is a key historical source for the Mughal period.
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Question #630
The revenue system 'Zabt' was introduced by:
A. Sher Shah Suri
B. Alauddin Khilji
C. Akbar
D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Akbar's minister Todarmal implemented the Zabt revenue system based on land measurement.
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Question #631
Which Delhi Sultan is credited with building the Siri Fort?
A. Iltutmish
B. Alauddin Khilji
C. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D. Balban
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Alauddin Khilji built Siri Fort as part of his fortifications around Delhi.
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Question #632
The Din-i-Ilahi was promoted by which Mughal emperor?
A. Humayun
B. Aurangzeb
C. Akbar
D. Babur
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Akbar introduced Din-i-Ilahi as a syncretic faith to promote religious harmony.
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Question #633
Who defeated Muhammad Ghori in the First Battle of Tarain?
A. Ibrahim Lodi
B. Rana Sanga
C. Jayachandra
D. Prithviraj Chauhan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Prithviraj Chauhan won the First Battle of Tarain in 1191 against Muhammad Ghori.
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Question #634
The famous monument 'Humayun's Tomb' is located in:
A. Agra
B. Fatehpur Sikri
C. Lahore
D. Delhi
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Humayun's Tomb in Delhi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an early example of Mughal architecture.
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Question #635
Which Bhakti saint composed the 'Ramcharitmanas'?
A. Tulsidas
B. Mirabai
C. Surdas
D. Kabir
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Tulsidas wrote the Ramcharitmanas in Awadhi, a key text of the Bhakti movement.
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Question #636
Sher Shah Suri is known for constructing:
A. Taj Mahal
B. Qutub Minar
C. Red Fort
D. Grand Trunk Road
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Sher Shah Suri built the Grand Trunk Road connecting Bengal to Punjab.
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Question #637
The Second Battle of Panipat was fought in:
A. 1576
B. 1659
C. 1556
D. 1526
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
In 1556, Akbar's forces defeated Hemu in the Second Battle of Panipat.
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Question #638
Who was the founder of the Slave Dynasty?
A. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
B. Iltutmish
C. Balban
D. Raziya Sultan
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Qutb-ud-din Aibak established the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty in 1206.
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Question #639
The Vijayanagara ruler known for his patronage of literature and arts was:
A. Harihara I
B. Rama Raya
C. Devaraya I
D. Krishnadevaraya
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Krishnadevaraya was a great patron of Telugu and Sanskrit literature.
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Question #640
Which Mughal emperor abolished the Jizya tax?
A. Akbar
B. Babur
C. Jahangir
D. Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Akbar abolished Jizya to promote religious tolerance.
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