Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?
A. Humayun
B. Shah Jahan
C. Babur
D. Akbar
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526 and established the Mughal Empire.

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Question #1 Report Error
The practice of 'Sijda' (prostration) and 'Paibos' (kissing the feet of the monarch) at the royal court was introduced by which Delhi Sultan to project absolute authority?
A. Ghiyasuddin Balban
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
D. Iltutmish

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Balban introduced Iranian court customs like Sijda and Paibos to elevate the prestige and divine right theory of the Sultan's throne above the Turkish nobility.

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Question #2 Report Error
The controversial religious tax 'Jizya', levied on non-Muslim subjects, was officially reimposed by Emperor Aurangzeb in which year?
A. 1665 CE
B. 1685 CE
C. 1707 CE
D. 1679 CE

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Reversing Akbar's policy, Aurangzeb reimposed the Jizya tax in 1679 CE, sparking massive protests and alienating many Rajput allies.

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Which Sufi saint is associated with the Chishti order in India?
A. Salim Chishti
B. All of the above
C. Nizamuddin Auliya
D. Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Prominent Chishti saints include Moinuddin Chishti, Nizamuddin Auliya, and Salim Chishti.

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