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 #661
The 'Akbarnama' consists of how many volumes?
A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Abul Fazl's Akbarnama has three volumes detailing Akbar's life and administration.
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Question #662
Who built the city of Fatehpur Sikri?
A. Akbar
B. Shah Jahan
C. Babur
D. Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Akbar constructed Fatehpur Sikri as his capital.
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Question #663
The Sufi order Suhrawardi was founded by:
A. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti
B. Shihabuddin Suhrawardi
C. Nizamuddin Auliya
D. Baba Farid
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Shihabuddin Suhrawardi established the Suhrawardi order in India.
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Question #664
Which ruler of Vijayanagara assumed the title 'Yavanarajya Sthapanacharya'?
A. Harihara II
B. Achuta Devaraya
C. Krishnadevaraya
D. Devaraya II
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Devaraya II earned this title for protecting against Muslim invasions.
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Question #665
The Jagirdari system was a feature of administration under:
A. Bahmani Kingdom
B. Delhi Sultanate
C. Vijayanagara Empire
D. Mughal Empire
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Mughal Empire used the Jagirdari system for assigning land revenues.
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Question #666
Who was the first woman ruler of Delhi Sultanate?
A. Nur Jahan
B. Jahanara Begum
C. Chand Bibi
D. Raziya Sultan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Raziya Sultan was the first and only female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
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Question #667
The 'Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri' is the autobiography of:
A. Jahangir
B. Akbar
C. Babur
D. Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Jahangir wrote his memoirs 'Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri'.
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Question #668
Muhammad Ghori's invasion led to the establishment of Muslim rule after which battle?
A. Battle of Chandawar
B. First Battle of Tarain
C. Second Battle of Tarain
D. Battle of Khanwa
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 established Ghori's control.
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Question #669
Which Maratha leader is considered the founder of the Maratha Empire?
A. Peshwa Madhav Rao
B. Balaji Vishwanath
C. Baji Rao I
D. Shivaji
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Shivaji established the Maratha Empire in the 17th century.
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Question #670
The architecture of Gol Gumbaz is associated with:
A. Qutb Shahis
B. Adil Shahi of Bijapur
C. Mughals
D. Vijayanagara
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur was built by the Adil Shahi dynasty.
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Question #671
Balban's theory of kingship emphasized:
A. Divine right
B. Religious tolerance
C. Democratic rule
D. Military strength
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Balban promoted the divine theory of kingship to strengthen monarchy.
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Question #672
Who translated the Mahabharata into Persian as 'Razmnama'?
A. Birbal
B. Abul Fazl
C. Todarmal
D. Faizi
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Under Akbar, the Mahabharata was translated into Persian as Razmnama.
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Question #673
The founder of the Sayyid Dynasty was:
A. Khizr Khan
B. Alauddin Alam Shah
C. Muhammad Shah
D. Mubarak Shah
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Khizr Khan founded the Sayyid Dynasty after the Tughlaqs.
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Question #674
Which temple in Hampi is famous for its musical pillars?
A. Krishna Temple
B. Hazara Rama Temple
C. Virupaksha Temple
D. Vittala Temple
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Vittala Temple in Hampi is renowned for its musical pillars.
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Question #675
Aurangzeb reimposed which tax?
A. Jizya
B. Kharaj
C. Ushr
D. Zakat
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Aurangzeb reimposed Jizya on non-Muslims, reversing Akbar's policy.
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Question #676
The 'Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi' was written by:
A. Abul Fazl
B. Badauni
C. Ziauddin Barani
D. Amir Khusrau
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Ziauddin Barani authored Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi on the Tughlaq period.
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Question #677
Krishnadevaraya belonged to which dynasty of Vijayanagara?
A. Saluva
B. Sangama
C. Tuluva
D. Aravidu
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Krishnadevaraya was the greatest ruler of the Tuluva dynasty.
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Question #678
The 'Ibadat Khana' was built by:
A. Jahangir
B. Akbar
C. Babur
D. Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Akbar constructed Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri for religious discussions.
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Question #679
Who among the following was a prominent Sufi saint of the Chishti order in Delhi?
A. Moinuddin Chishti
B. Baba Farid
C. Nizamuddin Auliya
D. Salim Chishti
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya was a leading Chishti saint in Delhi.
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Question #680
The 'Ain-i-Akbari' deals with:
A. Administration and statistics
B. Poetry
C. Religious policies
D. Akbar's battles
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Ain-i-Akbari by Abul Fazl provides detailed administrative information.
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