Consider the following statements:
Yusuf Adil Shah was the founder of the Bijapur Sultanate.
He proclaimed Shia Islam as the state religion in 1503.
The Bijapur Sultanate was established in the early 16th century by a ruler of Turkish origin.
The dynasty founded by Yusuf Adil Shah lasted nearly two centuries.
Which of the above statements is / are correct?

Question

Statement 1 is correct: Yusuf Adil Shah was indeed the founder of the Bijapur Sultanate.
Statement 2 is correct: He proclaimed Shia Islam as the state religion in 1503, influencing local culture.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Yusuf Adil Shah is believed to be of Persian or Georgian origin, not Turkish.
Statement 4 is correct: His dynasty lasted nearly two centuries.

Hence, only options 1, 2 and 4 are correct.

GKToday Admin · Accepted Answer

Only 1, 2 and 4

Statement 1 is correct: Yusuf Adil Shah was indeed the founder of the Bijapur Sultanate.
Statement 2 is correct: He proclaimed Shia Islam as the state religion in 1503, influencing local culture.
Statement 3 is incorrect: Yusuf Adil Shah is believed to be of Persian or Georgian origin, not Turkish.
Statement 4 is correct: His dynasty lasted nearly two centuries.

Hence, only options 1, 2 and 4 are correct.

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