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. Who among the following introduced Naqshabandi order in India?
[A] Shah Waliullah
[B] Bahauddin Naqshband
[C] Mujaddid Alif Sani
[D] Baqi Billah
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Correct Answer: D [Baqi Billah]
Notes:
Hazrat Baqi Billah (1563-1603), a Sufi saint from Kabul, established and propagated the Naqshbandi order in India.
12. During the reign of Alauddin Khilji, the social gatherings , including parties; marriages between the families of the nobles, etc. could not take place without permission of the Sultan. What was the major objective of such restriction?
[A] To force the nobles to follow Sharia Law
[B] A preventive measure for rebellions
[C] Control the downgrading economy of the sultanate
[D] Check lavish expenses
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Correct Answer: B [A preventive measure for rebellions ]
Notes:
Three successive rebellions- those of Akat Khan of Malik Umar and Mangu Khan, and of Haji or Sidi Maula- within a brief period convinced the Sultan to take strong measures for the prevention of such disturbances in the future. He took radical preventive measures. The first blow was aimed at accumulation of wealth by nobles and officials. All religious endowments and grants of lands (waqf and inam) by the state were revoked. Secondly, and elaborate system of espionage was organized. Thirdly, the sale and use of liquor and intoxicants was completely prohibited in delhi. Fourth restrictions and strong checks were put on social gatherings , including parties; marriages between the families of the nobles, etc. could not take place without the Sultan’s permission. He placed numerous curbs on their social mobility and interrelationships.
13. Which of the following was used in the buildings of Delhi Sultanate?
[A] Mehrab
[B] Gumbaj
[C] Arched openings
[D] Decoration figures
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Correct Answer: C [Arched openings]
Notes:
Fine arts, primarily architecture, made progress during the period of the Delhi Sultanate. The architecture of the period of the Sultanate can be divided into three categories for the sake of convenience. First is the Delhi or the Imperial style of architecture which grew under the patronage of Sultans of Delhi. It includes all those buildings which were constructed by different Sultans. The other is provincial style of architecture which grew under the patronage of provincial ruling dynasties which were mostly Muslims.
Features:
• Corbelled arches are constructed by laying stone blocks on top of each other
• The facade was decorated with Arabic calligraphy and vegetal motifs
• They used limestone, brick and plaster
14. ‘Ghuzak’ place is famous for which of the following historical incidents? (UPSC Prelims 1986)
[A] Jayapala met his enemy Sabuktigin
[B] Mahmud crushed defeat on Jayapala
[C] Jayapala burnt himself on a funeral pyre since he was unable to survive the disgrace caused by his defeat at the hands of Mahmud
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Jayapala met his enemy Sabuktigin]
Notes:
In 977 AD sceptre passed into the hands of his son-in-law Sabuktigin. Jayapala advanced towards Ghazni and met his enemy Sabuktigin near a place called Ghuzak between Ghazni and Lamghan.
15. The ‘Modi script’ was employed in the documents of the which of the following dynasties? (UPSC Prelims 1995)
[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.
16. Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the Afghan rulers to the throne of Delhi? (UPSC Prelims 2006)
[A] Sikandar Shah – Ibrahim Lodi – Bahlol Khan Lodi
[B] Sikandar Shah – Bahlol Khan Lodi – Ibrahim Lodi
[C] Bahlol Khan Lodi – Sikandar Shah – Ibrahim Lodi
[D] Bahiol Khan Lodi – Ibrahim Lodi – Sikandar Shah
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Correct Answer: C [Bahlol Khan Lodi – Sikandar Shah – Ibrahim Lodi]
Notes:
Bahlol (1451–1489); Sikandar (1489–1517); Ibrahim (1517–1526).
17. The credit of establishing the Muslim rule in India goes to__?
[A] Arabs
[B] Turks
[C] Mongols
[D] Perseans
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Correct Answer: B [Turks]
Notes:
The credit of establishing the Muslim rule in India goes to the Turks. The reason for their conquest of India lies in following
• They had assuming the leadership of Islam through conversion with more fanatical in their religious zeal
• Their sense of superiority of their race
• They had determination to propagate Islam
• They had believe in strength of their arms The Turks conquered a large part of western Asia and moving towards the east penetrated into India with Sultan Mahmud of Ghazni was the first to penetrate deep into India.
18. Which king was not a part of the anti-Arab Rajput confederacy that resisted the attacks of Arab armies under Junaid?
[A] Nagabhata -I
[B] Jaysimha Varman
[C] Bappa Rawal
[D] Vatsraja
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Correct Answer: D [Vatsraja]
Notes:
During 723-726 A.D., Arab forces under Junaid and Al Hakim launched numerous attacks on India. These invasions were repulsed by the combined might of King Nagabhata-I of Gurjara Pratihara Empire, Jaysimha Varman of Rashtrakuta Empire, and Bappa Rawal of the Rajputs. However, King Vatsraja was not part of this confederacy that successfully resisted the Arab invaders. Notably, both Junaid and Hakim eventually lost their lives in these battles.
19. Which of the following was the Chalukya King in power when Mahmud attacked and plundered Somnath?
[A] Nagaraja
[B] Bhima-I
[C] Durlabhraja
[D] Vallabhraja
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Correct Answer: B [Bhima-I]
Notes:
Bhima I (reign 1022–1064 AD) was a king of Chalukya of Gujarat dynasty who ruled parts of Gujarat (including Somnath) when Mahmud’s plunder happened. During the invasion, Bhima-I had to flee and take shelter at Kanthkot. After return of Mahmud, he regained his power. He also appeared to have built earliest Dilwara temples and Modhera sun temple. In end of his career, he made an alliance with the Kalachuri king Lakshmi-Karna, and played an important role in the downfall of the Paramara king Bhoja. His queen Udayamati is known to have constructed the Rani ki Vav step-well in Patan in Gujarat, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
20. Who got the title of Amir – e – Akhur ?
[A] Balban
[B] Raihan
[C] Iltutmish
[D] Qubacha
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Correct Answer: A [Balban ]
Notes:
Balban was brought to delhi in 1232 AD where Iltutmish bought him in 1233 AD after Gwalior victory. Impressed by his abilities , Iltutmish gave him a title of Khasdaar . During the reign of Razia , he earned the rank of Amir – e – Shikar . In the conspiracy against raziya , he was with Turkish warlords , consequently Bahramshah became the sultan , and Balban got the title of Amir – e – Akhur.
