The 'Silsila' in Sufism refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Silsila' in Sufism refers to:

A. Musical form

B. Spiritual lineage

C. Poetry collection

D. Temple architecture

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Silsila denotes the chain of spiritual masters in Sufi orders.

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Which specific Sultan of Delhi established a specialized department of translation (Dar-ul-Tarjama) to translate Sanskrit works into Persian?

A. Sikandar Lodi

B. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

C. Alauddin Khalji

D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Firoz Shah Tughlaq set up a dedicated translation department to translate classical Indian texts on medicine, astronomy, and philosophy into Persian.

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The 'Akbari' architecture style features:

A. Red sandstone

B. Laterite

C. Granite

D. White marble

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Extensive use of red sandstone in Fatehpur Sikri.

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The historic 'Qutb Minar' in Delhi was initiated by Qutb-ud-din Aibak but was finally completed by:

A. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

B. Shamsuddin Iltutmish

C. Alauddin Khalji

D. Ghiyasuddin Balban

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Correct Answer: Option B

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While Aibak laid the foundation and built the first storey, his son-in-law and successor Iltutmish added three more storeys to complete the core structure of the minaret.

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