The 'Peshwa' system was a key feature of the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Peshwa' system was a key feature of the:

A. Maratha Empire

B. Mughal Empire

C. Deccan Sultanates

D. Sikh Confederacy

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Peshwas were prime ministers of the Maratha Empire who later became de facto rulers.

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The founder of the Sayyid Dynasty was:

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B. Muhammad Shah

C. Mubarak Shah

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Khizr Khan founded the Sayyid Dynasty after the Tughlaqs.

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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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The administrative position of 'Waqil' in the early Mughal hierarchy under Akbar was essentially equivalent to which role?

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Correct Answer: Option D

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The 'Waqil' was the absolute deputy of the Emperor. Bairam Khan held this powerful post, but Akbar later diluted the office to prevent any single minister from becoming too powerful.

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