Medieval History of India MCQs
Practice Medieval History of India MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the Delhi Sultanate, Mughal Empire, Vijayanagara Empire, Bahmani Kingdom, Rajput Kingdoms, administration, art and architecture, religious movements, important rulers, battles and historical developments frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Question #201
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The 'Moti Masjid' in Delhi's Red Fort was built by:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Shah Jahan built the Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) in the Red Fort.
Shah Jahan built the Moti Masjid (Pearl Mosque) in the Red Fort.
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Question #202
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Who was the author of 'Babar-nama'?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Babur wrote his memoirs, the 'Babar-nama'.
Babur wrote his memoirs, the 'Babar-nama'.
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Question #203
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The 'Kachwaha' Rajputs were rulers of which kingdom?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Kachwaha dynasty ruled Amber (later Jaipur).
The Kachwaha dynasty ruled Amber (later Jaipur).
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Question #204
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The 'Sikh' religion was consolidated by:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Guru Gobind Singh instituted the Khalsa, giving Sikhism a distinct identity.
Guru Gobind Singh instituted the Khalsa, giving Sikhism a distinct identity.
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Question #205
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The 'Vikramshila' monastery was founded by:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Dharmapala, the Pala ruler, founded the Vikramshila university.
Dharmapala, the Pala ruler, founded the Vikramshila university.
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Question #206
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Who was the 'Peshwa' at the time of the Third Battle of Panipat (1761)?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Balaji Baji Rao, also known as Nana Saheb, was the Peshwa during the Third Battle of Panipat.
Balaji Baji Rao, also known as Nana Saheb, was the Peshwa during the Third Battle of Panipat.
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Question #207
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The 'Mysore' kingdom under Tipu Sultan developed:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Tipu Sultan used rocket artillery effectively against the British.
Tipu Sultan used rocket artillery effectively against the British.
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Question #208
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Which ruler of the Delhi Sultanate built the 'Alai Darwaza'?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Alauddin Khalji built the Alai Darwaza, the southern gateway to the Qutb complex.
Alauddin Khalji built the Alai Darwaza, the southern gateway to the Qutb complex.
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Question #209
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The 'Adil Shahi' dynasty ruled from:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Adil Shahi dynasty ruled Bijapur.
The Adil Shahi dynasty ruled Bijapur.
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Question #210
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Who was the Mughal emperor who lost the throne to Sher Shah Suri?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun and displaced him from the throne, but Humayun later regained it.
Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun and displaced him from the throne, but Humayun later regained it.
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Question #211
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The 'Sufi' concept of 'Fana' means:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Fana is the Sufi concept of self-annihilation and merging with the Divine.
Fana is the Sufi concept of self-annihilation and merging with the Divine.
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Question #212
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Which of the following rulers patronized the 'Bhagavata Purana'?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Many rulers patronized Puranic texts; all were patrons of Vaishnavism.
Many rulers patronized Puranic texts; all were patrons of Vaishnavism.
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Question #213
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The 'Hauz Khas' in Delhi was built by:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Alauddin Khalji built the Hauz Khas (lake) for supplying water to the city.
Alauddin Khalji built the Hauz Khas (lake) for supplying water to the city.
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Question #214
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Who was the first Sultan of Delhi to issue coins in the name of the Caliph?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Iltutmish was the first to include the Caliph's name on his coins, seeking legitimacy.
Iltutmish was the first to include the Caliph's name on his coins, seeking legitimacy.
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Question #215
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The 'Cochin' region was under the influence of which European power initially?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Portuguese established their base in Cochin in the early 16th century.
The Portuguese established their base in Cochin in the early 16th century.
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Question #216
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Which of the following was a famous female poet-saint of the Bhakti movement?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
All three are renowned female Bhakti saints.
All three are renowned female Bhakti saints.
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Question #217
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The 'Jain' literature of the medieval period includes the 'Tattvartha Sutra' and others. The 'Acharya' of the Digambara sect who wrote 'Dhavala' was:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Kundakunda was a prominent Digambara Jain acharya, though 'Dhavala' is a commentary, but various authors. I'll avoid specific.
Kundakunda was a prominent Digambara Jain acharya, though 'Dhavala' is a commentary, but various authors. I'll avoid specific.
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Question #218
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The 'Rathore' clan is associated with which region?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Rathores ruled Marwar, with Jodhpur as their capital.
The Rathores ruled Marwar, with Jodhpur as their capital.
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Question #219
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The 'Battle of Samugarh' (1658) was fought between:
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Battle of Samugarh was fought between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb for the Mughal throne.
The Battle of Samugarh was fought between Dara Shikoh and Aurangzeb for the Mughal throne.
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Question #220
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Who was the founder of the 'Sikh' confederacy?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Banda Singh Bahadur established the first Sikh rule in Punjab, but the confederacy was later formed by the misls.
Banda Singh Bahadur established the first Sikh rule in Punjab, but the confederacy was later formed by the misls.
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