The historic fortress of Rohtas Fort in modern-day Pakistan stands out for its massive defensive walls that feature a total of how many bastions? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The historic fortress of Rohtas Fort in modern-day Pakistan stands out for its massive defensive walls that feature a total of how many bastions?

A. 88 bastions

B. 108 bastions

C. 68 bastions

D. 48 bastions

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Rohtas Fort features an impressive defensive ring wall that is reinforced by 88 massive stone bastions, creating one of the most secure military strongholds in South Asia.

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The historic battle of Chausa (1539 CE), which severely disrupted early Mughal rule, was fought on the banks of which river?

A. Son River

B. Gogra River

C. Yamuna River

D. Ganga River

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Correct Answer: Option D

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The Battle of Chausa was fought near Buxar on the banks of the Ganges. Sher Shah Suri launched a surprise night attack on Humayun's camp, forcing the Mughal emperor to swim the river to escape.

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Under the centralized military administration of the Delhi Sultanate, the head of the 'Diwan-i-Arz' (military department) held the formal title of:

A. Ariz-i-Mamalik

B. Wazir-i-Mamalik

C. Barid-i-Mamalik

D. Sadr-us-Sudur

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Correct Answer: Option A

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The 'Ariz-i-Mamalik' was the chief military officer under the Sultanate, responsible for recruiting soldiers, maintaining the cavalry, and inspecting army rosters.

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