The 'Mughal' emperor who adopted the title 'Jahangir' meaning 'World Seizer' was: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Mughal' emperor who adopted the title 'Jahangir' meaning 'World Seizer' was:

A. Salim

B. Shah Jahan

C. Aurangzeb

D. Akbar

Answer: Option A

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Prince Salim took the title 'Jahangir' upon ascending the throne in 1605.

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The 'Nawab of Awadh' was a title given to the governor of which region under the Mughals?

A. Punjab

B. Bengal

C. Deccan

D. Oudh

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Correct Answer: Option D

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The Nawab of Awadh was the governor of the region of Oudh (present-day Uttar Pradesh) under the Mughals, later becoming independent.

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Who was the first Muslim conqueror to set foot in India?

A. Muhammad Ghori

B. Muhammad bin Qasim

C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak

D. Mahmud of Ghazni

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Muhammad bin Qasim conquered Sindh in 712 AD.

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The administrative position of 'Faujdar' in the provincial administrative framework of the Mughal Empire was primarily responsible for:

A. Auditing the expenses of the royal household

B. Maintaining law, order, and military security in a district (Sarkar)

C. Assessing and gathering land revenues in rural areas

D. Heading the judicial courts in major cities

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Correct Answer: Option B

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A 'Faujdar' was a military commander appointed to oversee a district (Sarkar), tasked with keeping law and order, putting down local revolts, and assisting revenue collectors.

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