The 'Bhonsle' dynasty of Maratha empire originated from: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Bhonsle' dynasty of Maratha empire originated from:
A. Holkar family
B. Scindia family
C. Shivaji's family
D. Peshwa family
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Shivaji belonged to the Bhonsle clan.

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Question #1
The 'Nayak' rulers of Tanjore were patrons of which art form?
A. Kathakali
B. Carnatic music
C. Bharatanatyam
D. Kuchipudi

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Nayak rulers of Tanjore (17th-18th centuries) were patrons of Bharatanatyam and promoted the dance form.

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Question #2
The 'Bundi' school of painting is a:
A. Vijayanagara style
B. Deccani style
C. Mughal style
D. Rajput style

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
It is one of the prominent Rajput painting schools.

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Question #3
Which dynamic Sultan of Delhi ordered the execution of the popular local dervish Sidi Maula on suspicion of conspiring to spark a political coup?
A. Jalaluddin Khalji
B. Ghiyasuddin Balban
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Alauddin Khalji

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Sultan Jalaluddin Khalji, though generally known for his mild temper, ordered Sidi Maula to be executed by being crushed under an elephant's feet after reports surfaced that the mystic was plotting a revolt.

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