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.
11. In the Sher Shah Suri reign, who was responsible for the controlling of local crimes ?
[A] Haqim
[B] Munsif
[C] Muqaddam
[D] Shiqdar
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Correct Answer: C [Muqaddam]
Notes:
In the village, the most important official was the headman known as Muqaddam (or chaudhari), who was responsible for the controlling of local crimes. The principle of local responsibility for local crimes was introduced by Sher Shah Suri.
12. Who among the following was the last ruler of Bahmani Kingdom?
[A] Kallimullah
[B] Tajuddin Firoj Shah
[C] Ahmad Shah Wali
[D] Ibrahim Adil Shah
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Correct Answer: A [Kallimullah]
Notes:
Kallimullah (1524-1527) was the last ruler of Bahmani dynasty.
13. When did the second battle of Tarain fought between Muhammad Ghori and Prithviraj Chauhan?
[A] 1191 AD
[B] 1192 AD
[C] 1193 AD
[D] 1190 AD
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Correct Answer: B [1192 AD]
Notes:
In the second battle of Tarain (1192 AD) Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. Which of the following is not associated with Akbar?
[A] Ibadat Khana
[B] Duaspa and Sihaspa
[C] Sulh-i-kul
[D] Mazharnama
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Correct Answer: B [ Duaspa and Sihaspa ]
Notes:
Akbar established Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri in 1575. It was for the purpose of conducting religious discussions and debates. Akbar promulgated Mazharnama in order to take all religious matter into his own hands. Duaspa and Sihaspa literally mean troopers with 2-3 horses. This rank was introduced by Jahangir and was allotted to those Mansabdars engaged in military operations and expeditions.
17. The ‘Modi script’ was employed in the documents of the which of the following dynasties?
[A] Wodeyars
[B] Zamorins
[C] Hoysalas
[D] Marathas
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Correct Answer: D [Marathas]
Notes:
The ‘Modi script’ was employed in the documents of the Marathas. It was mainly used in maintaining the revenue and administrative records.
18. The practice of military governorship was first introduced in India by which one ruler?
[A] Greeks
[B] Shakas
[C] Parthians
[D] Mughals
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Correct Answer: A [Greeks]
Notes:
Greeks first introduced military governorship in India. They appointed their Governors called strategos.
19. Which of the following is not another name for Jahangir’s autobiographical account Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri?
[A] Tarikh-i-Salim Shahi
[B] Kmatama-i-Jahangiri
[C] Waqiat-i-Jahangiri
[D] Ibadat-i-Jahangiri
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Correct Answer: D [Ibadat-i-Jahangiri]
Notes:
Ibadat-i-Jahangiri is not a name for Jahangir’s autobiographical work. However, it is known by many names such as Tarikh-i-Salim Shahi, Kmatama-i-Jahangiri, Waqiat-i-Jahangiri, Dayaz-i-Jahangiri, Iqbalnama, Jahhangirinama, and Maqalat-i-Jahangiri. The version of the memoirs which has been accepted as authentic was written by Jahangir himself and it covers his reign.
20. What was the name of the silver coin of Iltutumish?
[A] Tanka
[B] Tamrupa
[C] Karshapanas
[D] Jital
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Correct Answer: A [Tanka]
Notes:
The name of the silver coin introduced by Iltutmish was [A] Tanka. Iltutmish, who reigned in the early 13th century, is credited with introducing both the silver Tanka and the copper Jital, the two primary forms of currency in the Sultanate. The Tanka served as a significant monetary innovation and became a standard for subsequent Islamic empires in the Indian subcontinent. Tanka weighted 11.6 gms and represented the weight in Indian native language called Tola.
