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 was the Bijapur sultan was defeated by Krishna Deva raya at Raichur?
[A] Ismail Adil Shah
[B] Muhammad Shah
[C] Ahmed Shah
[D] Sher Shah Suri
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Correct Answer: A [Ismail Adil Shah ]
Notes:
The battle of Raichur fought between Sri Krishnadevaraya, King of Vijayanagar empire and Ismail Adil Shah, the king of Bijapur.
12. In context of administrative reforms of Allauddin Khilji, military department was known as
[A] Diwan-i-Mustakhraj
[B] Shahna-i-Mandi
[C] Diwan-i-Arz
[D] Diwan-i-Riyasat
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Correct Answer: C [Diwan-i-Arz]
Notes:
In the reign of Allauddin Khilji, the military department was known as “Diwan-i-Arz” and it was headed by Ariz-i-Mumalik. Ariz-i-Mumalik was responsible for organization and maintenance of the royal army. The review of the army and branding of the horses was also done by him.
13. In the Maratha Land revenue system, what was the unit of measurement of land?
[A] Jarib
[B] Kathi
[C] Bigha
[D] Acre
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Correct Answer: B [Kathi]
Notes:
In the Maratha Land revenue system, assessment of land revenue was based on measurement. The Kathi of Malik Ambar was adopted as the unit of measurement. The length of this kathi was five cubits and five closed fists and was later called Shivkathi. (Malik Ambar was the regent of the Nizamshahi dynasty of Ahmednagar from 1607 to 1626 and pioneer in guerilla warfare). Other common land measurement units in West India states like Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat and Goa include Bigha, Biswa, and Biswansi.
14. Who laid the foundation of Delhi Sultanate?
[A] Muhammad Ghori
[B] Qutub-ud-din Aibak
[C] Sultan Alauddin
[D] Mahmud of Ghazni
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Correct Answer: B [Qutub-ud-din Aibak]
Notes:
Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the commander of Muhammad Ghori marked the beginning of the Mamluk (Slave dynasty) rule and laid the foundation of Delhi Sultanate period in 1206 AD.
15. What was the original name of Sikandar Lodi?
[A] Nizam Khan
[B] Daulat Khan
[C] Ibrahim Khan
[D] Malik Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Nizam Khan]
Notes:
In 1489 AD, Sultan Bahlol Lodi was succeeded by his son Nizam Khan who ascended the throne as Sikandar Lodi. He was a poet of the Persian language and prepared a diwan of 9000 verses.
16. Which among the following was the last expedition of Sher Shah Suri ?
[A] Kalinjar
[B] Battle of Kannauj
[C] Battle of Chausa
[D] Annex of Mewar
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Correct Answer: A [Kalinjar]
Notes:
Sher Shah Suri’s last expedition was against the Rajput fort of Kalinjar in Bundelkhand in 1545 AD. Due to injuries, he was killed during the siege of Kalinjar fort and was succeeded by his son, Jalal Khan who took the title of Islam Shah Suri.
17. Shah Abdullah Shuttari founded which order?
[A] Qadari order
[B] Shuttari order
[C] Naqshabandi order
[D] Chisti order
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Correct Answer: B [Shuttari order]
Notes:
Shah Abdullah Shuttari founded Shuttari order. Its areas of influence were Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.
18. 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
19. ‘Ghuzak’ place is famous for which of the following historical incidents?
[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.
20. Which of the following best describe the reason behind Akbar founding the Din-i-Ilahi?
[A] To put an end to the differences between the Hindus and the Muslims
[B] To establish a national religion that would be acceptable to both the Muslims and the Hindus
[C] To ensure racial and communal harmony
[D] Found a religious club
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Correct Answer: B [To establish a national religion that would be acceptable to both the Muslims and the Hindus]
Notes:
Din-i Ilahi is “the religion of God. It was a system of religious beliefs introduced by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1582 CE. His idea was to combine Islam and Hinduism into one faith, but also to add aspects of Christianity, Zoroastrianism and Jainism. Akbar took a deep personal interest in religious matters.
