Medieval Indian History MCQs
Multiple choice questions on Medieval Indian History for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
21. Which among the following was the most common animal found in the pillars of the architecture of Vijayanagara Kingdom
[A] Elephant
[B] Horse
[C] Cat
[D] Bull
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Correct Answer: B [Horse]
Notes:
In the Vijayanagar Kingdom, rulers created their own architecture style “Provida style” that plays a lot of significance on piers and pillars. They had inscribed the tales from Ramayana and Mahabharata on the various temple that they have established viz. Vithalswami Temple and Hazari temple at Humpi at Karanataka. In all depictions, horse was the most common animal found in the pillars of the architecture of Vijayanagar empire.
22. The Sanskrit poetry of 11th century poet Jayadeva became the basis of which among the following dance forms?
[A] Odissi
[B] Bharatnatyam
[C] Kathak
[D] Manipuri
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Correct Answer: A [ Odissi]
Notes:
Jayadeva was a 12th century poet. He was famous for his writings on love between radha and Krishna. Odissi was inspired from this poetry.
23. On which of the following ‘Bhakti Cult’ laid emphasis? (UPSC Prelims 1984)
[A] Idol worship
[B] Universal brotherhood
[C] Devotion to God
[D] None of these
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Correct Answer: C [Devotion to God]
Notes:
Bhakti movement in Hinduism refers to ideas and engagement that emerged in the medieval era on love and devotion to religious concepts built around one or more gods and goddesses. Bhakti movement preached against the caste system using the local languages so that the message reached the masses.
24. At which of the following places Shivaji was coronated? (UPSC Prelims 1985)
[A] Raigarh
[B] Aurangabad
[C] Peshawar
[D] Bundela
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Correct Answer: A [Raigarh]
Notes:
Shivaji was crowned king of Maratha Swaraj in a lavish ceremony on 6 June 1674 at Raigad fort. In the Hindu calendar it was on the 13th day of the first fortnight of the month of Jyeshtha in the year 1596.
25. In medieval India, Mansabdari system was introduced mainly for which of the following reasons? (UPSC Prelims 1996)
[A] making recruitment to the army
[B] facilitating revenue collection
[C] ensuring religious harmony
[D] effecting clean administration
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Correct Answer: D [effecting clean administration]
Notes:
Mansabdari system was introduced in 1595–96.It was a combined status showing a noble’s civil and military capacity. The Mansabdari System was introduced by Mughal emperor Akbar as new administrative machinery and revenue system.
26. Which of the following matches of political and military performers maintained by the Marathas with their respective duties is/ are correct?
[A] Jasuds- Spies
[B] Harkaras- Messengers
[C] Both of them
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Both of them]
Notes:
The Marathas appointed “Jasuds” for espionage or spying related work and “Harakaras” for acting as the messengers.
27. What was function of Khwajas appointed by Balban?
[A] For religious matters
[B] For estimation of income and expenditure
[C] For regulation of army
[D] For judicial purpose
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Correct Answer: B [For estimation of income and expenditure]
Notes:
In order to examine the actual collection and expenditure of the Iqta lands , Balban appointed a new category of officials called Khwajas to estimate the income of the Iqta holders as well as the expanses they incurred in maintaining their troops .
28. Which of the following sources mentions that Prithviraj Chauhan ruled Ajmer even after his defeat in the second battle of Tarain?
[A] Coins
[B] Paintings
[C] Inscriptions
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Coins]
Notes:
It can be considered that Prithviraj was allowed to rule over Ajmer for some time even after his defeat in the second battle of Tarain as the coins pertaining to this period bear legend “Prithvirajadeva” on one side and the words ”Sri Muhammad Sam” on the other.
29. Safarnama Rehla was written by which of the following authors?
[A] Fakhruddin
[B] Ibn Batuta
[C] Amir Khusrau
[D] Minhaj-us-Siraj
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Correct Answer: B [Ibn Batuta]
Notes:
Ibn Battuta was a Muslim Berber Moroccan scholar, and explorer who widely traveled the medieval world. During the reign of Mohammad Bin Tughlaq, he came to India. He was the author of Safarnama Rehla.
30. Nizam Khan was the real name of which Lodhi Sultan?
[A] Bahlol Lodhi
[B] Sikander Lodhi
[C] Ibrahim Lodhi
[D] Daulat Khan Lodhi
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Correct Answer: B [Sikander Lodhi]
Notes:
Bahlol Lodi died in 1488 A.D. and was succeeded by his son Sikandar Lodi (Nizam Khan). His mother was Bibi Ambha, a Hindu. Sikandar founded Agra in 1504, implemented the Gaz-i-Sikandari measurement system, and patronized Persian literature, despite being seen as a religious fanatic.
