The strategic fortress of Mandu, famous for architectural gems like the Jahaz Mahal and Hindola Mahal, was the capital of which regional kingdom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The strategic fortress of Mandu, famous for architectural gems like the Jahaz Mahal and Hindola Mahal, was the capital of which regional kingdom?
A. Khandesh Sultanate
B. Gujarat Sultanate
C. Bahmani Sultanate
D. Malwa Sultanate
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
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 'Battle of Kolhapur' (1659) was part of which conflict?
A. Maratha-Mughal wars
B. Maratha-Portuguese conflict
C. Mughal-Bijapur wars
D. Maratha-Bijapur wars

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Battle of Kolhapur in 1659 was fought between Shivaji's forces and the Mughal general Afzal Khan, leading to Shivaji's victory.

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Which ruler of the Delhi Sultanate built the 'Alai Darwaza'?
A. Firuz Shah
B. Balban
C. Alauddin Khalji
D. Iltutmish

Correct Answer: Option C


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Alauddin Khalji built the Alai Darwaza, the southern gateway to the Qutb complex.

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The 'Tughlaq' sultan who built the 'Hauz-i-Khas' was:
A. Ghiyasuddin
B. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C. Firuz Shah
D. Alauddin Khalji

Correct Answer: Option C


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