The catastrophic Third Battle of Panipat (1761 CE) was fought between the Maratha Empire and the invading Afghan forces led by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The catastrophic Third Battle of Panipat (1761 CE) was fought between the Maratha Empire and the invading Afghan forces led by:
A. Ahmad Shah Abdali
B. Nadir Shah
C. Zaman Shah Durrani
D. Mahmud of Ghazni
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ahmad Shah Abdali (Durrani) defeated the Maratha army commanded by Sadashivrao Bhau at Panipat in 1761, severely checking Maratha expansion in North India.

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Question #1
The monumental historical text 'Nuskhah-i-Dilkasha' contains a detailed look at the social and economic conditions of which region during Aurangzeb's long wars?
A. The Deccan and South India
B. Kashmir and Kabul valleys
C. Bengal and Assam borderlands
D. The Punjab plains

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Written by Bhimsen, 'Nuskhah-i-Dilkasha' provides an invaluable look at how Aurangzeb's long military campaigns impacted the economy and daily life of the Deccan region.

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Question #2
The 'Sufi' term 'Tariqa' means:
A. Spiritual path
B. Shrine
C. Order
D. Saint

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Tariqa refers to the Sufi way or method.

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Question #3
The 'Rani ki Vav' is a famous:
A. Mosque
B. Fort
C. Stepwell
D. Temple

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It is an intricately carved stepwell in Gujarat.

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