The 'Vikramshila' university was located in present-day: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Vikramshila' university was located in present-day:
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Bengal
D. Odisha
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Vikramshila is in Bhagalpur district of Bihar.

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Question #1
The unique spiritual path promulgated by Emperor Akbar, which emphasized a rational and syncretic approach combining elements from multiple faiths, was known as:
A. Roshaniyya Movement
B. Din-i-Ilahi
C. Sulh-i-Kul
D. Tariqa-i-Mahdawia

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Akbar formulated 'Din-i-Ilahi' (or Tauhid-i-Ilahi), an ethical system that borrowed virtues from Islam, Hinduism, Jainism, and Zoroastrianism, though it attracted very few formal adherents.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India
Question #2
The 'Adil Shahi' dynasty ruled:
A. Bijapur
B. Golconda
C. Bidar
D. Ahmednagar

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Yusuf Adil Shah founded the Adil Shahi dynasty at Bijapur.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India
Question #3
The 'Firuz Shah Tughlaq' translated many works into:
A. Persian
B. Sanskrit
C. Urdu
D. Arabic

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
He promoted translation of Indian texts.

This question belongs to: History GK Medieval History of India