The independent dynamic kingdom of Madurai Sultanate was originally carved out of the southernmost territories of the Delhi Sultanate during the reign of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The independent dynamic kingdom of Madurai Sultanate was originally carved out of the southernmost territories of the Delhi Sultanate during the reign of:
A. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
B. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C. Alauddin Khalji
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
In 1335 CE, Jalaluddin Ahsan Shah, the governor of Madurai appointed by Delhi, rebelled against Muhammad bin Tughlaq and declared the short-lived Madurai Sultanate independent.

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Question #1
The 'Sufi' concept of 'Fana' means:
A. Charity
B. Fasting
C. Poverty
D. Annihilation of the self in God

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Fana is the Sufi concept of self-annihilation and merging with the Divine.

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Question #2
Which dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire was founded by the powerful commander Saluva Narasimha in 1485 CE?
A. Tuluva Dynasty
B. Saluva Dynasty
C. Sangama Dynasty
D. Aravidu Dynasty

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Saluva Narasimha executed a military coup to save the collapsing empire from the weak Sangama rulers, establishing the short-lived Saluva Dynasty.

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Question #3
The 'Hoshyari' or 'Husayri' style of architecture was introduced by which dynasty?
A. Lodi
B. Khalji
C. Tughlaq
D. Slave

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Tughlaq dynasty introduced a stern, functional style of architecture known as the 'Tughlaqabad' style, which is also referred to as 'Hoshyari' (meaning care or economy) due to its austerity.

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