The 'Tansen' award is given for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Tansen' award is given for:
A. Music
B. Painting
C. Architecture
D. Literature
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Named after the legendary Mughal musician.

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Question #1
The pivotal Battle of Khatoli (1517 CE) was fought between Ibrahim Lodi and which powerful Rajput ruler?
A. Maharana Pratap
B. Rana Kumbha
C. Rana Sanga
D. Rao Maldeo

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
At the Battle of Khatoli, the Rajput forces of Mewar led by Rana Sanga inflicted a severe defeat on the army of Ibrahim Lodi, weakening the Lodi dynasty's prestige.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India
Question #2
The 'Maratha' empire's revenue system included 'Chauth' and 'Sardeshmukhi'. What was Chauth?
A. Ten percent of the revenue
B. A poll tax
C. A religious tax
D. One-fourth of the revenue

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Chauth was a tax of 25% (one-fourth) of the revenue claimed by the Marathas from territories they raided.

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Question #3
Which bold ruler built the massive victory gateway called 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri to mark his historic military conquest of Gujarat?
A. Shah Jahan
B. Humayun
C. Akbar
D. Babur

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Akbar ordered the construction of the grand 54-meter-tall Buland Darwaza in 1601 to celebrate his successful subjection of the wealthy province of Gujarat.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India