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 #841
The architect of Humayun's Tomb was:
A. Indian
B. European
C. Turkish
D. Persian
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Designed by Persian architects.
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Question #842
The 'Chauth' tax was 1/4th of the revenue from:
A. Own lands
B. Trade
C. Religious endowments
D. Territories outside Maratha control
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It was a tribute for protection.
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Question #843
The 'Dargah' of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti is in:
A. Delhi
B. Multan
C. Fatehpur Sikri
D. Ajmer
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is a major pilgrimage site in Ajmer.
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Question #844
The 'Zabti' system measured land using:
A. Jarib
B. Bigha
C. Acre
D. All
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Jarib was the measuring rod used in Mughal revenue assessment.
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Question #845
The 'Sufi' poet Amir Khusrau invented:
A. Veena
B. Sitar and Tabla
C. Violin
D. Flute
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
He contributed to Indian classical music instruments.
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Question #846
The decline of Bahmani Kingdom was due to:
A. Both
B. Internal conflicts
C. Natural calamities
D. External invasions
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Succession disputes and factionalism led to its fall.
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Question #847
The 'Navaratna' of Krishna Devaraya included:
A. Poets and scholars
B. Saints
C. Generals only
D. Ministers
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Eminent scholars adorned his court.
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Question #848
The 'Imad Shahi' dynasty ruled:
A. Berar
B. Golconda
C. Bijapur
D. Bidar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
One of the five Deccan Sultanates.
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Question #849
The 'Farman' was a:
A. Tax document
B. Royal decree
C. Military order
D. Land grant
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Mughal emperors issued farmans for grants and policies.
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Question #850
The 'Bhakti' saint from Bengal was:
A. Chaitanya
B. Tukaram
C. Kabir
D. Namdev
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu spread Krishna Bhakti in eastern India.
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Question #851
The 'Sikh' misls were:
A. Temples
B. Taxes
C. Poems
D. Confederacies
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
12 misls formed the Sikh confederacy in 18th century.
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Question #852
The 'Buland Darwaza' symbolizes:
A. Victory in Gujarat
B. Sultanate entry
C. Vijayanagara glory
D. Mughal power
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Akbar built it at Fatehpur Sikri to commemorate Gujarat conquest.
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Question #853
The 'Dastan-i-Amir Hamza' was illustrated in:
A. Babur's time
B. Akbar's atelier
C. Aurangzeb's court
D. Sher Shah's
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
One of the earliest large Mughal miniature projects.
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Question #854
The 'Nizam Shahi' dynasty was based in:
A. Golconda
B. Berar
C. Bijapur
D. Ahmednagar
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Founded by Malik Ahmad.
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Question #855
The 'Langar' system was introduced by:
A. Guru Gobind Singh
B. Guru Nanak
C. Guru Hargobind
D. Guru Arjan
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
To promote equality and community service.
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Question #856
The 'Mauza' was a:
A. Village unit
B. Temple
C. Market
D. Fort
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Basic revenue unit in Mughal administration.
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Question #857
The 'Qutb Minar' was completed by:
A. Aibak
B. Balban
C. Iltutmish
D. Khilji
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Iltutmish completed the construction started by Aibak.
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Question #858
The 'Deccan Riots' were against:
A. Sultans
B. British
C. Mughals
D. Marwari moneylenders
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Peasant uprising in 1875 (contextual to late period).
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Question #859
The 'Tansen' award is given for:
A. Painting
B. Literature
C. Architecture
D. Music
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Named after the legendary Mughal musician.
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Question #860
The 'Barid Shahi' dynasty ruled:
A. Bidar
B. Ahmednagar
C. Bijapur
D. Golconda
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
One of the successor states of Bahmani.
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