The 'Battle of Plassey' (1757) and 'Battle of Buxar' (1764) are part of modern history, but medieval period ends around 1700s. However, the decline of the Mughal Empire is often considered medieval. Which Mughal ruler lost the Battle of Buxar? MCQ with Answer and Explanation
The 'Battle of Plassey' (1757) and 'Battle of Buxar' (1764) are part of modern history, but medieval period ends around 1700s. However, the decline of the Mughal Empire is often considered medieval. Which Mughal ruler lost the Battle of Buxar?
A. Muhammad Shah
B. Akbar II
C. Bahadur Shah II
D. Shah Alam II
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Shah Alam II was the Mughal emperor at the time of the Battle of Buxar (1764), though he was not directly commanding the combined forces.
Explanation:
The 'Peshwa' (or Mukhya Pradhan) served as the prime minister in Shivaji's council of eight, responsible for supervising general state administration and stepping in for the king during crises.
Explanation:
Akbar institutionalized the Dahsala system in 1580 CE, providing a reliable administrative framework that calculated taxes based on local agricultural yields from the previous ten years.
No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!