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 #961
The 'Mughal' painting reached its peak under:
A. Jahangir
B. Aurangzeb
C. Shah Jahan
D. Akbar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Jahangir was a connoisseur of fine arts.
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Question #962
The 'Treaty of Bassein' was signed with:
A. Marathas
B. Rajputs
C. Sikhs
D. Mysore
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It was between the British and the Marathas.
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Question #963
The 'Sikhs' were organized into misls by:
A. Guru Hargobind
B. Later Gurus' followers
C. Guru Arjan
D. Guru Gobind Singh
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The 12 misls emerged in the 18th century.
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Question #964
The 'Hindu Suraj Prakash' was written by:
A. Tulsidas
B. Surdas
C. Chand Bardai
D. Kabir
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Chand Bardai chronicled Prithviraj Chauhan.
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Question #965
The 'Gol Gumbaz' has the second largest dome in:
A. Asia
B. Deccan
C. World
D. India
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is famous for its whispering gallery.
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Question #966
The 'Bairam Khan' was assassinated at:
A. Both
B. Patan
C. Delhi
D. Gujarat
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
He was killed while traveling after his dismissal.
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Question #967
The 'Qanungo' was a revenue official responsible for:
A. Record keeping
B. Tax collection
C. Military
D. Justice
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
They maintained land records in Mughal administration.
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Question #968
The 'Nimbarka' sect is associated with:
A. Vaishnavism
B. Shaktism
C. Shaivism
D. Jainism
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It is a Vaishnava tradition.
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Question #969
The 'Diwan-i-Khalisa' was the department of:
A. Religious grants
B. Crown lands
C. Military
D. Foreign affairs
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
It managed lands directly under imperial control.
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Question #970
The 'Rani ki Vav' is a famous:
A. Mosque
B. Fort
C. Stepwell
D. Temple
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It is an intricately carved stepwell in Gujarat.
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Question #971
The 'Battle of Dharmat' was fought during:
A. Rajput resistance
B. Sikh revolts
C. Maratha-Mughal wars
D. War of Mughal succession
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Aurangzeb defeated his brother Dara Shikoh's forces.
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Question #972
The 'Abhang' poetry form is associated with:
A. Mirabai
B. Tukaram
C. Tulsidas
D. Kabir
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Abhangs are devotional verses in Marathi.
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Question #973
The 'Mughal' mansabdars were paid through:
A. Cash only
B. Jagirs
C. Land grants only
D. Iqtas
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Jagir assignments were common for salary.
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Question #974
The 'Bidar' was famous for:
A. Diamond trade
B. Silk weaving
C. Marble work
D. Bidriware
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It is known for its metal handicraft.
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Question #975
The 'Sufi' saint Salim Chishti's blessings led to the birth of:
A. Jahangir
B. Shah Jahan
C. Aurangzeb
D. Akbar's son
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Akbar's heir was born after seeking his blessings.
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Question #976
The 'Chola' influence continued in medieval times through:
A. Both
B. Temple architecture
C. Literature only
D. Naval power
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Their legacy persisted in South India.
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Question #977
The 'Akbar' abolished which practice partially?
A. Sati
B. Jauhar
C. None
D. Both
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
He discouraged these social practices.
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Question #978
The 'Pindaris' were associated with:
A. Sikh misls
B. Maratha irregular forces
C. Rajput warriors
D. Mughal cavalry
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
They were plunderers allied with Marathas.
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Question #979
The 'Taj Mahal' construction took approximately:
A. 30 years
B. 15 years
C. 10 years
D. 20 years
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
It was completed around 1648-1653.
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Question #980
The 'Sikh' holy book 'Adi Granth' was compiled by:
A. Guru Arjan Dev
B. Guru Nanak
C. Guru Gobind Singh
D. Guru Hargobind
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
It was the original compilation.
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