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 #101
The 'Purana Qila' in Delhi is believed to have been built on the site of the ancient city of:
A. Indraprastha
B. Hastinapura
C. Mathura
D. Kurukshetra
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Purana Qila (Old Fort) in Delhi is traditionally associated with the ancient city of Indraprastha mentioned in the Mahabharata.
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Question #102
Who was the Sikh guru executed by Aurangzeb?
A. Guru Gobind Singh
B. Guru Arjan Dev
C. Guru Hargobind
D. Guru Tegh Bahadur
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh guru, was executed in 1675 by Aurangzeb for refusing to convert to Islam.
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Question #103
The 'Battle of Haldighati' was fought in which year?
A. 1590
B. 1582
C. 1568
D. 1576
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Battle of Haldighati was fought in 1576 between Maharana Pratap and the Mughal forces led by Man Singh.
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Question #104
Which Mughal emperor built the 'Shalimar Gardens' in Srinagar?
A. Aurangzeb
B. Akbar
C. Jahangir
D. Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Jahangir built the Shalimar Gardens in Srinagar, Kashmir, in 1619, which are famous for their terraced lawns and water channels.
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Question #105
The 'Prithviraj Raso' is an epic poem about:
A. Raja Rasan
B. Prithviraj III
C. Prithviraj Chauhan
D. Both A and B
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The 'Prithviraj Raso' is an epic poem attributed to Chand Bardai, detailing the life and exploits of Prithviraj Chauhan.
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Question #106
Who was the mother of Akbar?
A. Jodha Bai
B. Hamida Banu Begum
C. Maham Anga
D. Nur Jahan
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Akbar was born to Humayun and Hamida Banu Begum (also known as Haji Begum).
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Question #107
The 'Muhammadan' or 'Mamluk' dynasty ended with the death of:
A. Balban
B. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
C. Iltutmish
D. Kaiqubad
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Mamluk dynasty ended with the death of Kaiqubad in 1290, after which Jalal-ud-din Khalji established the Khalji dynasty.
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Question #108
The famous 'Pahari' style of miniature painting developed in the:
A. Rajasthan
B. Hills of Punjab and Jammu
C. Bengal
D. Deccan
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Pahari painting developed in the hill regions of Punjab and Jammu, particularly in Kangra, Guler, and Basohli.
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Question #109
Who was the ruler of Vijayanagara at the time of the Battle of Talikota?
A. Sadasiva Raya
B. Tuluva Narasa Nayaka
C. Krishnadeva Raya
D. Rama Raya
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Rama Raya was the de facto ruler at the time of the Battle of Talikota in 1565, though Sadasiva Raya was the nominal king.
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Question #110
The 'Sangam' era of Tamil literature is not part of medieval history, but the 'Tamil' Chola empire continued. Which Chola ruler extended the empire to the Ganges?
A. Rajaraja I
B. Rajendra I
C. Kulottunga
D. Rajadhiraja
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Rajendra I, son of Rajaraja I, extended the Chola empire to the Ganges, taking the title 'Gangaikondachola'.
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Question #111
The 'Kashmir' region was under the rule of the:
A. All of the above
B. Lohara dynasty
C. Sultanate of Kashmir
D. Karkota dynasty
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kashmir had various rulers including the Karkotas, Loharas, and later independent sultans, so all are part of its medieval history.
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Question #112
Who was the first Indian ruler to introduce artillery in his army?
A. Ibrahim Lodi
B. Sikandar Lodi
C. Rana Sanga
D. Babur
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Babur used artillery effectively in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526, which was a key factor in his victory.
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Question #113
The 'Jain' temples at Dilwara on Mount Abu were built during the reign of which dynasty?
A. Chauhan
B. Solanki
C. Parmar
D. Gujarat Sultan
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Dilwara Jain temples were built between the 11th and 13th centuries under the patronage of the Solanki rulers of Gujarat.
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Question #114
Which Sufi saint is buried in Ajmer?
A. Moinuddin Chishti
B. Qutbuddin Bakhtiar Kaki
C. Baba Farid
D. Nizamuddin Auliya
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Moinuddin Chishti's dargah is in Ajmer, Rajasthan, and is a major pilgrimage site.
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Question #115
The 'Sultanate' period saw the introduction of the 'Arabic' and 'Persian' script for administrative use, and the 'Kharosthi' script fell out of use. The official language under the Delhi Sultanate was:
A. Turkish
B. Arabic
C. Persian
D. Urdu
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Persian was the official language of the Delhi Sultanate and later the Mughal Empire.
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Question #116
Which of the following was a famous female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate?
A. Jahanara
B. Nur Jahan
C. Chand Bibi
D. Raziya Sultan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Raziya Sultan was the only female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, reigning from 1236 to 1240.
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Question #117
The 'Bara Katra' and 'Choto Katra' in Dhaka were built by:
A. Mughal governors
B. British East India Company
C. Sultan of Bengal
D. Portuguese
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Bara Katra and Choto Katra were caravanserais built by Mughal governors in Dhaka during the 17th century.
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Question #118
Who was the author of 'Sulaimani' (a work on medicine)?
A. Firuz Shah Tughlaq
B. Sulaiman Shikoh
C. Badauni
D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sulaiman Shikoh, son of Dara Shikoh, wrote a treatise on medicine called 'Sulaimani'.
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Question #119
The 'Moti Masjid' (Pearl Mosque) in Agra was built by:
A. Akbar
B. Aurangzeb
C. Jahangir
D. Shah Jahan
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Shah Jahan built the Moti Masjid in Agra Fort in 1654, known for its white marble structure.
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Question #120
The 'Mewar' kingdom was ruled by which Rajput clan?
A. Sisodia
B. Chauhan
C. Rathore
D. Kachwaha
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Sisodia clan ruled Mewar, with Udaipur as their capital.
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