Who was the author of 'Rajatarangini' (a history of Kashmir)? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Who was the author of 'Rajatarangini' (a history of Kashmir)?

A. Shrivara

B. Prajyabhatta

C. Jonaraja

D. Kalhana

Answer: Option D

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Kalhana wrote 'Rajatarangini' in the 12th century, which is a chronicle of the kings of Kashmir.

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The historic fort of Purana Qila in Delhi, featuring massive stone gateways, was built on the old site of Indraprastha by which ruler?

A. Humayun and Sher Shah Suri

B. Babur

C. Shah Jahan

D. Akbar

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Humayun began building the city of Dinpanah on the site, but after defeating him, Sher Shah Suri expanded the fortifications and renamed the citadel Shergarh, creating the Purana Qila seen today.

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The famous Persian festival of 'Navroz' was introduced with great pomp into the Delhi Sultanate court life by which ruler?

A. Iltutmish

B. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

C. Alauddin Khalji

D. Ghiyasuddin Balban

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Balban introduced the traditional Persian New Year festival, Navroz, to cultivate an aristocratic court environment and project imperial prestige.

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