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. Where did Mohammad-bin Tughlaq died
[A] Thatta
[B] Doab
[C] Kaithal
[D] Jaunpur
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Correct Answer: A [Thatta]
Notes:
In 1351 AD, Sultan Mohammad-bin Tughlaq died in Thatta while campaigning in Sindh against rebel Taghi, a Turkish slave.
12. Who was the founder of Bahmani Kingdom?
[A] Hasan Gangu
[B] Tajuddin Firoj Shah
[C] Ahmad Shah Wali
[D] Ibrahim Adil Shah
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Correct Answer: A [Hasan Gangu]
Notes:
Hasan, known as Zafar Khan and Hasan Gangu, founded the Bahmani kingdom in 1347 and took the title Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah. His origins are uncertain and should not be stated categorically as Afghan.
13. The book “Maasri-i-Jahangiri” was written by whom?
[A] Kamgar Khan
[B] Khafi Khan
[C] Inyat Khan
[D] Mutamid Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Kamgar Khan]
Notes:
The book Maasri-i-Jahangiri was written by Mirza Kamgar Husaini. Kamgar Khan is also credited as the author of the book. Maasri-i-Jahangiri was written in 1714.
14. Which among the following dynasties was the first to rule over Vijaynagar kingdom?
[A] Sangama Dynasty
[B] Tuluva Dynasty
[C] Aravidu Dynasty
[D] Saluva Dynasty
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Correct Answer: A [Sangama Dynasty]
Notes:
The Sangama dynasty (1336 AD to 1485 AD) was the first dynasty to rule over Vijaynagar kingdom. When Tughlaqs lost their power in Deccan, Harihara- I and his brother Bukka I laid the foundation Vijaynagar empire in 1336 AD and named the first dynasty after their father Bhavana Sangama as Sangama dynasty .
15. What was the Nayankara system, a significant part of the Vijaynagar political organization?
[A] A tax system
[B] A military rank system
[C] A land holding system for warriors
[D] A religious institution
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Correct Answer: C [A land holding system for warriors]
Notes:
The Nayankara system was a unique political feature of the Vijaynagar Empire, which assigned territorial revenue rights, also known as amaram, to military chiefs or warriors. These warriors held the title of Nayaka or Amaranayaka. It derived its name from “Nayaka”, an ancient Sanskrit term indicating a person of importance, particularly in the military. This system greatly relied on Telugu Nayakas, which significantly bolstered the strength of the empire.
16. Miftah-ul-Futuh also known as “Key to the Victories” was composed by Amir Khusro in honour of _?
[A] Jalaluddin Firuz Khilji
[B] Muhammad bin Tughluq
[C] Ibrahim Lodhi
[D] Iltutmish
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Correct Answer: A [ Jalaluddin Firuz Khilji]
Notes:
Miftah-ul-Futuh also known as “Key to the Victories” was composed by Amir Khusro in honour of Jalaluddin Firuz Khilji.
17. How did Humayun, the second Mughal Emperor of India die?
[A] Killed in battle
[B] Died of a heart attack
[C] Assassinated by his son
[D] Broke his neck after falling down the stairs
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Correct Answer: D [Broke his neck after falling down the stairs]
Notes:
Humayun died in 1556 from injuries sustained in a fall down the stairs of his library at the Sher Mandal in Delhi. The story about observing a transit of Venus is unfounded.
18. What are Archer, Standard, Battle-axe, Kacha, and Tiger-slayer all types of?
[A] Inscriptions
[B] Bows
[C] Coins
[D] Swords
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Correct Answer: C [Coins]
Notes:
These are names associated with Gupta gold coin types. Samudragupta issued Archer, Standard, Battle-axe and Tiger-slayer types. The identity of the ruler named Kacha on a separate group of coins remains debated.
19. 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.
20. Gulshan-i-Ibrahimi was written by?
[A] Nizam Shah
[B] Amir Khusrau
[C] Muhammad Qasim Hindu Shah Astarbadi
[D] Gulbadan Begum
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Correct Answer: C [Muhammad Qasim Hindu Shah Astarbadi]
Notes:
Muhammad Qasim Hindu Shah, known as Firishta, compiled Gulshan-i-Ibrahimi, also called Tarikh-i-Firishta, in the early seventeenth century. It was associated with the patronage of Ibrahim Adil Shah II and is a major source for the Deccan sultanates.
