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 #71
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The famous 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri was built to commemorate Akbar's victory over:
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Akbar built the Buland Darwaza in 1601 to commemorate his victory over Gujarat.
Akbar built the Buland Darwaza in 1601 to commemorate his victory over Gujarat.
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Question #72
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The 'Kitab-i-Nauras' was a collection of songs and poems written by:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Ibrahim Adil Shah II, the ruler of Bijapur, wrote 'Kitab-i-Nauras', a collection of songs in Persian and Dakhni.
Ibrahim Adil Shah II, the ruler of Bijapur, wrote 'Kitab-i-Nauras', a collection of songs in Persian and Dakhni.
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Question #73
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Which Mughal empress is known for building a sarai for the poor?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Nur Jahan was known for her charitable works, including building sarais for travelers and the poor.
Nur Jahan was known for her charitable works, including building sarais for travelers and the poor.
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Question #74
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The 'Doab' region refers to the land between which two rivers?
Correct Answer: Option D
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The 'Doab' region is the alluvial tract between the Ganga and Yamuna rivers, known for its fertility.
The 'Doab' region is the alluvial tract between the Ganga and Yamuna rivers, known for its fertility.
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Question #75
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Who translated the Ramayana into Persian under Akbar's orders?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Abdul Qadir Badauni translated the Ramayana into Persian, though he was critical of Akbar's religious policies.
Abdul Qadir Badauni translated the Ramayana into Persian, though he was critical of Akbar's religious policies.
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Question #76
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The 'Mamluk' dynasty is also known as:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
The Mamluk dynasty is also known as the Slave dynasty because many of its rulers were former slaves who rose to power.
The Mamluk dynasty is also known as the Slave dynasty because many of its rulers were former slaves who rose to power.
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Question #77
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Who was the founder of the independent Sultanate of Bengal?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah founded the Ilyas Shahi dynasty and established the independent Sultanate of Bengal in the mid-14th century.
Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah founded the Ilyas Shahi dynasty and established the independent Sultanate of Bengal in the mid-14th century.
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Question #78
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The 'Rawat' or 'Rawat' was a title used by which Rajput clan?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The term 'Rawat' was often used as a title by the Rathore clan of Rajputs.
The term 'Rawat' was often used as a title by the Rathore clan of Rajputs.
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Question #79
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Which ruler of Delhi Sultanate built a new capital named 'Jahanpanah'?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq built a new capital called Jahanpanah near Delhi in 1327, but he later abandoned it.
Muhammad bin Tughlaq built a new capital called Jahanpanah near Delhi in 1327, but he later abandoned it.
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Question #80
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The 'Akbarnama' was written by:
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Abul Fazl wrote the 'Akbarnama', a detailed chronicle of Akbar's reign.
Abul Fazl wrote the 'Akbarnama', a detailed chronicle of Akbar's reign.
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