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 #741
Who defeated the Portuguese at the Battle of Swally?
A. Shivaji
B. Aurangzeb
C. Akbar
D. The English
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Shivaji's navy challenged European powers.
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Question #742
The Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque was built by:
A. Iltutmish
B. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C. Alauddin Khilji
D. Balban
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Aibak constructed it using materials from temples.
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Question #743
Mirabai's devotional songs are dedicated to:
A. Durga
B. Shiva
C. Rama
D. Krishna
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Mirabai was a fervent devotee of Lord Krishna.
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Question #744
The Battle of Plassey took place in:
A. 1757
B. 1659
C. 1526
D. 1764
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Robert Clive won the Battle of Plassey against Siraj ud-Daulah.
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Question #745
Which Sultan created the department of Diwan-i-Risalat?
A. Alauddin Khilji
B. Iltutmish
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq established several new departments.
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Question #746
The 'Bijak' is associated with:
A. Guru Nanak
B. Tulsidas
C. Kabir
D. Surdas
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Bijak is a collection of Kabir's poems.
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Question #747
Shah Jahan was imprisoned by:
A. Shah Shuja
B. Aurangzeb
C. Murad Baksh
D. Dara Shikoh
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Aurangzeb defeated his brothers and imprisoned Shah Jahan.
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Question #748
The 'Abhisheka' ceremony was a feature of:
A. Vijayanagara kingship
B. Mughal coronation
C. Delhi Sultanate
D. Bhakti initiation
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Vijayanagara rulers performed Abhisheka for coronation.
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Question #749
Who wrote 'Ain-i-Akbari'?
A. Abdul Qadir Badauni
B. Badauni
C. Abul Fazl
D. Faizi
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Abul Fazl's Ain-i-Akbari is a gazetteer of Akbar's empire.
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Question #750
The Mongols invaded India during the reign of:
A. Balban
B. All of the above
C. Alauddin Khilji
D. Iltutmish
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Multiple Sultans faced Mongol incursions.
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Question #751
The 'Navratnas' included which famous musician?
A. Man Singh
B. Todarmal
C. Tansen
D. Birbal
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Tansen was a jewel in Akbar's Navratnas.
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Question #752
The Golconda Fort is famous for its:
A. Musical pillars
B. Gardens
C. Diamond mines
D. Stepwells
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Golconda was renowned for its diamonds like Kohinoor.
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Question #753
Which policy of Aurangzeb led to revolts by Rajputs and Sikhs?
A. Religious orthodoxy
B. Military expansion
C. Alliance building
D. Economic reforms
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
His policies alienated non-Muslims.
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Question #754
The 'Ragamala' paintings depict:
A. Portraits
B. Hunting scenes
C. Battles
D. Musical modes
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Ragamala are series of paintings illustrating ragas.
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Question #755
The first Battle of Tarain was won by:
A. Jayachandra
B. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C. Prithviraj Chauhan
D. Muhammad Ghori
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Prithviraj Chauhan emerged victorious in 1191.
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Question #756
Who was known as 'Jagat Guru'?
A. Ramananda
B. Tukaram
C. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
D. Kabir
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was titled Jagat Guru for spreading Vaishnavism.
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Question #757
The 'Sadr-us-Sudur' was the head of:
A. Religious affairs
B. Revenue department
C. Military department
D. Intelligence
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sadr-us-Sudur handled religious endowments in Mughal administration.
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Question #758
The empire of Vijayanagara was divided into:
A. Provinces called Nadu
B. Iqtas
C. Subas
D. Mandals
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Administrative units included Mandalam, Nadu, etc.
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Question #759
Babur introduced which Central Asian warfare technique?
A. Guerilla warfare
B. Elephant warfare
C. Tulughma
D. Naval tactics
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Tulughma formation was used effectively in Panipat.
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Question #760
The 'Padshahnama' was written during the reign of:
A. Shah Jahan
B. Aurangzeb
C. Jahangir
D. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Abdul Hamid Lahori wrote Padshahnama for Shah Jahan.
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