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 #921
Which ruler constructed the Alai Darwaza?
A. Balban
B. Iltutmish
C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
D. Alauddin Khilji
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Alauddin Khilji built the Alai Darwaza at the Qutub complex.
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Question #922
The Maratha leader known as 'Nana Sahib' was:
A. Baji Rao II
B. Nana Phadnavis
C. Raghunath Rao
D. Balaji Vishwanath
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Nana Phadnavis was a key administrator in the Maratha Empire.
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Question #923
The 'Fatwa-i-Alamgiri' was a compilation of:
A. Revenue codes
B. Mughal history
C. Poetry
D. Islamic laws
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It was a comprehensive Islamic legal digest under Aurangzeb.
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Question #924
Who was the Portuguese chronicler who visited Vijayanagara?
A. Marco Polo
B. Domingo Paes
C. Ibn Battuta
D. Al-Biruni
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Domingo Paes left detailed accounts of Krishnadevaraya's court.
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Question #925
The 'Diwan-i-Insha' dealt with:
A. Revenue
B. Justice
C. Military
D. Royal correspondence
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It was the department for drafting imperial orders.
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Question #926
The successor of Shivaji was:
A. Sambhaji
B. Tara Bai
C. Shahu
D. Rajaram
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sambhaji succeeded Shivaji as Chhatrapati.
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Question #927
The 'Hindu Widow Remarriage' efforts in medieval times were supported by:
A. Sher Shah
B. Alauddin Khilji
C. Some Bhakti saints
D. Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Certain Bhakti movements advocated social reforms.
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Question #928
The founder of the Naqshbandi order in India was:
A. Shihabuddin Suhrawardi
B. Khwaja Baqi Billah
C. Nizamuddin Auliya
D. Moinuddin Chishti
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Khwaja Baqi Billah introduced the Naqshbandi silsila.
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Question #929
Which Mughal emperor wrote 'Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri'?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Babur
C. Akbar
D. Jahangir
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Jahangir's memoirs provide insights into his reign.
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Question #930
The 'Char Dham' pilgrimage sites gained importance during:
A. Sufi movement
B. Bhakti movement
C. Mughal period
D. Sultanate period
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Bhakti saints promoted pilgrimage to sacred sites.
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Question #931
The Battle of Wai was fought between:
A. Mughals and Rajputs
B. Vijayanagara and Bahmani
C. Sikhs and Mughals
D. Marathas and Mughals
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It was part of Aurangzeb's Deccan campaigns.
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Question #932
The 'Sankirtan' is associated with:
A. Guru Nanak
B. Tulsidas
C. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
D. Kabir
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Chaitanya popularized congregational chanting.
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Question #933
Who shifted the capital to Bidar?
A. Vijayanagara kings
B. Bahmani rulers
C. Adil Shahis
D. Mughals
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Ahmad Shah Bahmani shifted the Bahmani capital to Bidar.
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Question #934
The 'Ain-i-Akbari' is part of:
A. Padshahnama
B. Akbarnama
C. Baburnama
D. Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It forms the third volume of Abul Fazl's Akbarnama.
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Question #935
The 'Siddi' power was challenged by:
A. Akbar
B. Shivaji
C. Aurangzeb
D. Krishnadevaraya
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Shivaji's navy fought against the Siddis of Janjira.
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Question #936
The 'Bijak' is a compilation of teachings of:
A. Surdas
B. Namdev
C. Kabir
D. Tukaram
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Bijak contains Kabir's dohas and philosophy.
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Question #937
The 'Moti Masjid' inside Red Fort was built by:
A. Jahangir
B. Shah Jahan
C. Aurangzeb
D. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Aurangzeb constructed the Pearl Mosque.
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Question #938
Which Sultan is associated with the construction of Firozabad?
A. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
B. Balban
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Alauddin Khilji
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Firoz Shah founded several new cities including Firozabad.
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Question #939
The 'Guru Granth Sahib' was installed at:
A. Anandpur Sahib
B. Golden Temple
C. Kartarpur
D. Patna Sahib
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It is the eternal Guru at Harmandir Sahib.
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Question #940
The 'Tarain' battles established Muslim rule in:
A. North India
B. Deccan
C. East India
D. South India
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Second Battle of Tarain paved the way for Delhi Sultanate.
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