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The 'Sangam' era of Tamil literature is not part of medieval history, but the 'Tamil' Chola empire continued. Which Chola ruler extended the empire to the Ganges?
Correct Answer: Option C
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Rajendra I, son of Rajaraja I, extended the Chola empire to the Ganges, taking the title 'Gangaikondachola'.
Rajendra I, son of Rajaraja I, extended the Chola empire to the Ganges, taking the title 'Gangaikondachola'.
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The iconic architectural element called the 'Pietra Dura'—the inlay tech of using polished, colored gemstones to create intricate patterns—grew widely popular during the rule of:
Correct Answer: Option B
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Pietra Dura inlay work reached its peak aesthetic maturity under Shah Jahan, as seen prominently on the walls of the Taj Mahal and the Diwan-i-Khas.
Pietra Dura inlay work reached its peak aesthetic maturity under Shah Jahan, as seen prominently on the walls of the Taj Mahal and the Diwan-i-Khas.
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The famous non-tax agricultural loan system called 'Sondhar' or 'Taccavi' was introduced to help distressed peasants by which Sultan?
Correct Answer: Option C
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To deal with severe famine in the Doab region, Muhammad bin Tughlaq set up a dedicated ministry of agriculture (Diwan-i-Amir-Kohi) and distributed advance emergency loans called 'Sondhar' or 'Taccavi'.
To deal with severe famine in the Doab region, Muhammad bin Tughlaq set up a dedicated ministry of agriculture (Diwan-i-Amir-Kohi) and distributed advance emergency loans called 'Sondhar' or 'Taccavi'.
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