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 context of Allauddin Khilji’s conquests, when did Ranthambore was annexed by him?
[A] 1301
[B] 1303
[C] 1305
[D] 1311
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Correct Answer: A [1301]
Notes:
The ruler of Khilji dynasty, Allauddin Khilji annexed Gujarat (1298), Ranthambhor (1301), Mewar (1303), Malwa (1305) and Jalor (1311).
12. As per the economic reforms of Allauddin Khilji who look after the market of cloth and groceries?
[A] Malik Qabul
[B] Rais Parwani
[C] Malik Yakub
[D] Khusru Malik
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Correct Answer: B [Rais Parwani]
Notes:
In the reign of Allauddin Khilji, Rais Parwani look after the the market of cloth and groceries (or Sarai Adl) near Badaun gate.
13. Between whom the Treaty of Purandar signed in 1665 AD?
[A] Shivaji and Raja Jai Singh of Amber
[B] Shivaji and Shaista Khan of Deccan
[C] Shivaji and Adil Shah of Bijapur
[D] Shivaji and Afzal Khan of Bijapur
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Correct Answer: A [Shivaji and Raja Jai Singh of Amber]
Notes:
The Treaty of Purandar was signed on June 11, 1665 AD between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and Raja Jai Singh of Amber, who
was deputed by Mughal emperor Aurangazeb. By this treaty Shivaji surrendered 23 out of 35 forts and the Mughals acknowledged the authority of Shivaji over Konkan and parts of Balaghat.
14. In context of military administration of Marathas, “Bargis and Silahdars” represents whom?
[A] Finance Minister
[B] Cavalrymen
[C] Hawaldars
[D] Artisians
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Correct Answer: B [Cavalrymen]
Notes:
In context of military administration of Marathas, the cavalry was divided into Bargis and Silahdars. Bargis (troops) equipped and maintained by the state. On the other hand, Silahdars had to brought their own horses and equipments and took a stipulated amount from the state for meeting the expenses of services in the field.
15. Who among the following Mughal emperor reimposed Pilgrimage Tax ?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Jahangir
[D] Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: D [Aurangzeb]
Notes:
The Mughal emperor Aurangzeb reimposed the jizya and the pilgrimage tax on Hindus. (these both the taxes were abolished by his great grandfather Mughal emperor Akbar by adopting the liberal policy towards the Hindus ).
16. The silver coin introduced during the reign of Sultan Mohammad-bin Tughlaq was called
[A] Adl
[B] dinar
[C] Adha
[D] Bikh
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Correct Answer: A [Adl]
Notes:
The silver coin introduced during the reign of Sultan Mohammad-bin Tughlaq was called Adl.
17. Under Delhi Sultanate which state functionary was the Head of City administration ?
[A] Diwan -i- Istikak
[B] Diwan -i- Mawalim
[C] Kotwal
[D] Qazi
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Correct Answer: C [Kotwal]
Notes:
Kotwal was the head of city administration who maintained law & order, implemented economic regulations and also kept vigil on the visitors.
18. With reference to the Chola administration, which among the following was found in centres of trade and commerce, since it was devoted entirely to serving the interests of the mercantile community?
[A] Ur
[B] Perunguri
[C] Nagaram
[D] Sabha
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Correct Answer: C [Nagaram]
Notes:Under Cholas, the general assemblies were of three types:
- the ur, comprising of the tax-paying residents of an ordinary village.
- the sabha, whose membership was open only to the Brahmans of the village or else was found exclusively in villages gifted to brahmans;
- the nagaram, found in centres of trade and commerce, since it was devoted entirely to serving the interests of the mercantile community.
The Chola economy was based on a three- tiered system. At the local level, agricultural settlements formed the foundation. Groups of these communities were, in turn, linked to commercial towns called “nagaram,” which acted as redistribution.
19. Who among the following wrote Bijak?
[A] Tulsidas
[B] Ramdas
[C] Guru Nanak
[D] Kabirdas
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Correct Answer: D [Kabirdas]
Notes:
The Bijak is one of the most important anthologies, being the sacred book of the Kabir and the main representative of the Eastern tradition of Kabirís verses. All versions of the Bijak include three main sections called Ramaini, Sabda and Sakhi, plus a fourth section containing a number of miscellaneous folk-song forms.
20. Which one of the following is a monument constructed by Sher Shah?
[A] Kila-Kuhna Mosque at Delhi
[B] Atala Masjid at Jaunpur
[C] Bara Sona Masjid at Gaur
[D] Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque at Delhi
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Correct Answer: A [Kila-Kuhna Mosque at Delhi]
Notes:
Qila-i Kuhna Mosque was built by Sher Shah Sur during the interval of Sur dynasty rule. Qila-i-Kuhna Mosque is a mosque located inside the premises of Purana Qila in Delhi. After Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun, he occupied Purana Qila. There, he built the mosque for his private use, which became a “symbol of his royal aspiration”.