Which dynamic general of the Delhi Sultanate defended India against more than half a dozen massive Mongol invasions led by commanders like Qutlugh Khwaja? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which dynamic general of the Delhi Sultanate defended India against more than half a dozen massive Mongol invasions led by commanders like Qutlugh Khwaja?
A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
B. Malik Kafur
C. Alp Khan
D. Zafar Khan
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Zafar Khan was a legendary military commander under Alauddin Khalji. His fearless cavalry tactics repeatedly broke the Mongol lines, earning him immense fame before he died in battle.

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The historical text 'Chachnama' is the primary source detailing the early 8th-century Arab military conquest of which region?
A. Sindh
B. Malwa
C. Kashmir
D. Punjab

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Originally written in Arabic and later translated into Persian, the 'Chachnama' chronicles the history of Sindh and Muhammad bin Qasim's historic campaign in 712 CE.

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The famous Sufi saint Baba Farid belonged to which order (Silsilah) of Sufism in India?
A. Suhrawardi order
B. Naqshbandi order
C. Chishti order
D. Qadiri order

Correct Answer: Option C


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Who wrote the 'Baburnama'?
A. Babur
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C. Badauni
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Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Babur's autobiography 'Baburnama' is a key historical source for the Mughal period.

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