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 #1001
The 'Suhrawardi' order was more prominent in:
A. Deccan
B. Delhi
C. Multan and Punjab
D. Ajmer
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
It had strong presence in northwest India.
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Question #1002
Who was the founder of the Rashtrakuta Empire who overthrew the Chalukyas of Badami in the mid-8th century?
A. Amoghavarsha I
B. Krishna I
C. Govinda III
D. Dantidurga
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Dantidurga was a feudatory of the Chalukyas who declared independence, defeated the Chalukyan king Kirtivarman II in 753 CE, and founded the Rashtrakuta Empire.
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Question #1003
Which Rajput ruler famously defeated the invading army of Muhammad Ghori at the Battle of Kayadara near Mount Abu in 1178 CE?
A. Jaichand Ghadavala
B. Paramardideva
C. Prithviraj Chauhan
D. Bhima II (Mularaja II)
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The young Solanki (Chaulukya) king Mularaja II, aided by his mother Queen Naikidevi, completely routed Muhammad Ghori's forces at the Battle of Kayadara in 1178 CE.
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Question #1004
The catastrophic plunder of the famous Somnath Temple in Gujarat occurred in 1025 CE during the military raid led by:
A. Mahmud of Ghazni
B. Muhammad Ghori
C. Muhammad bin Qasim
D. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Mahmud of Ghazni led his 16th devastating expedition into India in 1025 CE, sacking the wealthy Somnath Temple located on the coast of Saurashtra.
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Question #1005
The celebrated Persian poet Firdausi, who authored the epic 'Shahnameh' (Book of Kings), was a jewel in the court of which ruler?
A. Mahmud of Ghazni
B. Muhammad Ghori
C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
D. Shamsuddin Iltutmish
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Firdausi was a prominent Persian poet patronized by Mahmud of Ghazni, though legendary accounts suggest they fell out over the payment for his monumental work, the 'Shahnameh'.
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Question #1006
Following the sudden death of Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1210 CE, who was briefly elevated to the throne of Delhi before being deposed by Iltutmish?
A. Muizuddin Bahram
B. Nasiruddin Mahmud
C. Ruknuddin Firoz
D. Aram Shah
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Aram Shah was placed on the throne by the nobles of Lahore following Aibak's death, but he proved incompetent and was quickly defeated and replaced by Iltutmish.
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Question #1007
Razia Sultana, the first female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, was eventually defeated and killed after a rebellion led by which governor of Bhatinda?
A. Balban
B. Malik Ikhtiyar-ud-din Altunia
C. Kabir Khan Ayaz
D. Malik Kafur
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Altunia, the governor of Bhatinda, rebelled against Razia. She later married him to regain her throne, but both were defeated by the forces of her brother Muizuddin Bahram and killed in 1240 CE.
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Question #1008
Sultan Jalaluddin Khalji, the founder of the Khalji Dynasty, was treacherously assassinated in 1296 CE at which location by his nephew Alauddin?
A. Kara
B. Awadh
C. Delhi
D. Devagiri
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Jalaluddin Khalji traveled to Kara (near modern Prayagraj) to welcome Alauddin back from his successful Devagiri campaign, where he was assassinated by Alauddin's men.
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Question #1009
Which historic general of the Delhi Sultanate was originally acquired as a slave from the port of Khambhat (Cambay) during the Gujarat campaign?
A. Zafar Khan
B. Alp Khan
C. Ulugh Khan
D. Malik Kafur
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Malik Kafur was captured in Gujarat by Alauddin's general Nusrat Khan. Known as 'Hazar-Dinari' (bought for 1000 dinars), he rose to become the supreme commander of the southern campaigns.
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Question #1010
The founder of the Tughlaq Dynasty, Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq, served as a prominent frontier governor under the Khaljis. What was his original title?
A. Zafar Khan
B. Ghazi Malik
C. Ain-ul-Mulk
D. Juna Khan
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq was originally known as Ghazi Malik, a highly successful military commander who defended the Sultanate's northwestern borders against Mongol incursions.
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Question #1011
The catastrophic invasion and plunder of Delhi by the Central Asian conqueror Timur (Tamerlane) took place in which year?
A. 1414 CE
B. 1451 CE
C. 1388 CE
D. 1398 CE
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Timur invaded northern India in 1398 CE, devastating Delhi during the reign of the weak Tughlaq ruler Nasiruddin Mahmud Shah, delivering a fatal blow to the dynasty.
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Question #1012
Who among the following founded the Sayyid Dynasty in 1414 CE, claiming to rule as a viceroy of Timur?
A. Alam Shah
B. Mubarak Shah
C. Khizr Khan
D. Muhammad Shah
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Khizr Khan, who was appointed the governor of Multan by Timur, captured Delhi in 1414 CE and founded the Sayyid Dynasty, initially paying nominal tribute to the Timurid Empire.
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Question #1013
Which prominent Sultan of the Lodi Dynasty successfully conquered the powerful independent kingdom of Jaunpur, absorbing it back into the Delhi Sultanate?
A. Daulat Khan Lodi
B. Ibrahim Lodi
C. Bahlul Lodi
D. Sikandar Lodi
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Bahlul Lodi fought a prolonged war against the Sharqi rulers of Jaunpur, finally defeating Sultan Hussain Shah Sharqi and annexing the kingdom into his empire.
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Question #1014
Sikandar Lodi, an accomplished scholar and ruler, composed Persian poetry under which famous pen name?
A. Gulrukhi
B. Zafar
C. Makhfi
D. Hasrat
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Sikandar Lodi was a patron of literature and an accomplished poet himself, writing Persian verses under the pen name 'Gulrukhi'.
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Question #1015
The pivotal Battle of Khatoli (1517 CE) was fought between Ibrahim Lodi and which powerful Rajput ruler?
A. Rao Maldeo
B. Rana Sanga
C. Maharana Pratap
D. Rana Kumbha
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
At the Battle of Khatoli, the Rajput forces of Mewar led by Rana Sanga inflicted a severe defeat on the army of Ibrahim Lodi, weakening the Lodi dynasty's prestige.
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Question #1016
Under the centralized military administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the head of the 'Diwan-i-Arz' (military department) held the formal title of:
A. Sadr-us-Sudur
B. Ariz-i-Mamalik
C. Wazir-i-Mamalik
D. Barid-i-Mamalik
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The 'Ariz-i-Mamalik' was the chief military officer under the Sultanate, responsible for recruiting soldiers, maintaining the cavalry, and inspecting army rosters.
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Question #1017
In the administrative hierarchy of the Delhi Sultanate, the head of the 'Diwan-i-Insha' (department of correspondence) was known by which title?
A. Amir-i-Akhur
B. Amir-i-Hajib
C. Dabir-i-Khas
D. Majmuadar
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The 'Dabir-i-Khas' (or Amir-i-Munshi) headed the Diwan-i-Insha, drafting all official royal decrees, state correspondence, and secret dispatches.
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Question #1018
Which specialized official in the Delhi Sultanate administration held the dual responsibility of acting as the chief Qazi (judge) and managing religious endowments?
A. Wakil-i-Dar
B. Ariz-i-Mamalik
C. Sadr-us-Sudur
D. Muhtasib
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The 'Sadr-us-Sudur' was the highest religious officer in the state, managing Islamic charities, appointing local judges, and serving as the chief legal advisor to the Sultan.
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Question #1019
The key rural administrative officials 'Khots' and 'Muqaddams' under the Delhi Sultanate primarily served in what capacity?
A. Judges settling civil disputes in towns
B. Hereditary village headmen assisting in revenue collection
C. Supervisors of state-owned royal markets
D. Commanders of local cavalry units
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Khots and Muqaddams were prominent village headmen who collected agricultural taxes on behalf of the state. Alauddin Khalji famously stripped them of their special tax privileges.
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Question #1020
The foundational rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire, Harihara I and Bukka Raya I, belonged to which specific dynasty?
A. Saluva Dynasty
B. Tuluva Dynasty
C. Aravidu Dynasty
D. Sangama Dynasty
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Harihara I and Bukka Raya I established the Vijayanagara Empire in 1336 CE, laying the foundation for the first of its four ruling houses, the Sangama Dynasty.
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