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. During the reign of Akbar, ‘Ain-i-Dahsala’ System of land revenue assessment was introduced by whom?
[A] Raja Todar Mal
[B] Birbal
[C] Raja Man Singh
[D] Murshid Quili Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Raja Todar Mal]
Notes:
The finance minister of Akbar, Raja Todar Mal introduced the Dahasala system (or Zabati system), a system of taxation. In this system, the land cultivation and price of the produce was calculated for a period of 10 years and one tenth of this part was the part of state for one year. This new system was called Ain-i-Dahsala that could give per Bigha Revenue to the different regions.
12. Which among the following were the small powers into which Bahmani Kingdom was disintegrated?
[A] Imadshahi of Bidar
[B] Adilshahi of Bijapur
[C] Qutubshahi of Ahmednagar
[D] Nizamshahi of Golconda
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Correct Answer: B [Adilshahi of Bijapur]
Notes:
After the death of Mahmud Gawan ( vakil-us-sultanate in the Bahmani Kingdom) factionism increased among the Bahmani sardars. From there onwards, Bahmani power began to decline. This led to disintegration of the Kingdom into five small powers viz. Imadshahi of Varhad, Nizamshahi of Ahmednagar, Baridshahi of Bidar, Adilshahi of Bijapur and Qutubshahi of Golconda.
13. During whose reign Fernao Nuniz visited Vijaynagar empire?
[A] Krishnadevraya
[B] Devaraya I
[C] Devaraya II
[D] Achyuta Raya
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Correct Answer: D [Achyuta Raya]
Notes:
A Portuguese merchant , Fernao Nuniz (1534-1537 AD) visited Vijayanagar empire during the reign of Achyuta Raya (the Tuluva dynasty ruler). He wrote the history of the empire from its earliest times to the closing years of Achyuta Raya’s reign.
14. Ghiyasuddin Muhammad wrote which of the following sheds light on many aspects of the social and cultural life of the age?
[A] Tarik-e-Sher
[B] Humayun-Nama
[C] Akbarnama
[D] Qunum-i-Humayuni
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Correct Answer: D [Qunum-i-Humayuni]
Notes:
Qunum-i-Humayuni was written by Khwand Mir, also known as Ghiyasuddin Muhammad. It is an account of rules and ordinances established by emperor Humayun and of some building erected by him.
15. In the first battle of Tarain, which of the following fort was captured by Mohammed Ghori’s forces, that triggered the battle between Ghurids and Chauhans?
[A] Kesgarh
[B] Phillaur
[C] Tabarhind
[D] Manuli
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Correct Answer: C [Tabarhind]
Notes:
After the annexation of the Punjab, Muhammad Ghori made Lahore the base of his operations against the Rajputs. He made thorough preparations for three years before challenging Prithvi Raj Chauhan of Delhi and Ajmer. In 1189, he captured Tabarhind (Bhatinda). This led to first battle of Tarain in which Ghurid army was crushed and Mohd. Ghori himself was wounded (but saved by a Khalji soldier in litter) by Gobind Rai (Brother of Prithviraj Chauhan).
16. Which of the following percentage of Chauth tax was fixed for the rulers in the Maratha empire?
[A] 25%
[B] 38%
[C] 66%
[D] 6%
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Correct Answer: A [25%]
Notes:
The Chauth tax was divided into so many parts during the time of Peshwas. For the ruler- 25%, for the Maratha Sarders and maintenance troop chief- 66%, for Pant Sachiv- 6%, for the person of ruler’s pleasure- 3%.
17. Who of the following was the real founder of Wahabism in India?
[A] Abd al-Wahhab
[B] Syed Ahmad
[C] Titumir
[D] Shah Waliullah
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Correct Answer: D [Shah Waliullah]
Notes:
Renowned Muslim saint of Delhi, Shah Waliullah and his son Aziz started the Wahabism in India. But the real founder of the Wahabism in India is Syed Ahmad (District Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh).
18. The first organized attempt at entering Indian territory was made in 711 CE, during the reign of which of the following caliph?
[A] Hajaj
[B] AI-Walid
[C] Muhammad bin Qasim
[D] Dahir
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Correct Answer: B [AI-Walid]
Notes:
The first organized attempt to enter the Indian territory was made during the reign of caliph AI-Walid in the early 8th century when an Arab ship carrying Muslim pilgrims from Ceylon with valuable presents for the caliph was seized at Dewal.
19. Chalukya ruler of Gujarat, Solanki Bhima II, defeated Which of the following kings at the battle of Kayadara?
[A] Mahmud of Ghazni
[B] Muhammad Ghori
[C] Alauddin Hussain
[D] Ghiyath ud-din
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Correct Answer: B [Muhammad Ghori]
Notes:
Three years after the conquest of Multan, Muhammad Ghori again marched to conquer Gujarat in 1178 CE but the Chalukya ruler of Gujarat, Solanki Bhima II, defeated him at the battle of Kayadara.
20. Which of the following statements are correct regarding Qutub-ud-din Aibak?
- He conquered Gwalior and compelled its ruler to ‘pay heavy tribute.
- He plundered many temples of Bundelkhand and got a huge booty.
- He married the daughter of Taj-ud-din Yulduz.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 1 & 2
[C] Only 2 & 3
[D] 1, 2 & 3
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2 & 3]
Notes:
Qutub-ud-din Aibak conquered Gwalior and compelled the Hindu ruler to ‘pay heavy tribute. He also plundered many temples of Bundelkhand region and got a huge booty. He got married to the daughter of Taj-ud-din Yulduz.
