Who was the first recorded English traveler to visit the royal court of Emperor Akbar and travel extensively through India during the 1580s? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the first recorded English traveler to visit the royal court of Emperor Akbar and travel extensively through India during the 1580s?
A. William Hawkins
B. Ralph Fitch
C. Thomas Roe
D. Francois Bernier
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ralph Fitch, an English merchant, traveled through India between 1583 and 1591, visiting Akbar's court at Fatehpur Sikri and writing valuable accounts of the empire's trade.

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Who was the ruler of the 'Khilji' dynasty who led campaigns in the Deccan?
A. Mubarak Shah Khalji
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Qutb-ud-din Khalji
D. Jalal-ud-din Khalji

Correct Answer: Option B


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C. Alauddin Khilji
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A. Aurangzeb
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