The comprehensive historical text 'Muntakhab-ul-Lubab', which critically covers the reign of Aurangzeb and the later Mughals, was written secretly by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The comprehensive historical text 'Muntakhab-ul-Lubab', which critically covers the reign of Aurangzeb and the later Mughals, was written secretly by:
A. Muhammad Kazim
B. Abdul Hamid Lahori
C. Saqi Mustad Khan
D. Khafi Khan
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Khafi Khan secretly compiled 'Muntakhab-ul-Lubab' due to Aurangzeb's ban on official history writing. It provides a rare, honest critique of the Emperor's administrative failures in the Deccan.

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The strategic fortress of Mandu, famous for architectural gems like the Jahaz Mahal and Hindola Mahal, was the capital of which regional kingdom?
A. Malwa Sultanate
B. Bahmani Sultanate
C. Khandesh Sultanate
D. Gujarat Sultanate

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Mandu served as the fortified capital of the Malwa Sultanate. Rulers like Hoshang Shah transformed the hilltop city into a major center of medieval Indo-Islamic architecture.

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In 1510 CE, the Portuguese commander Afonso de Albuquerque captured the wealthy port city of Goa from the forces of which Deccan Sultanate?
A. Golconda Sultanate
B. Ahmadnagar Sultanate
C. Bijapur Sultanate
D. Bidar Sultanate

Correct Answer: Option C


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The 'Chaurasi' system was associated with which Sufi order?
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B. Qadiri
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Correct Answer: Option D


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