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. Which mughal emperor laid the foundation of Fateh Pur Sikri ?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Babur
[D] Jahangir

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12. During the reign of Jahangir at which place English granted permission to set up a factory ?
[A] Surat
[B] Lahore
[C] Goa
[D] Bombay

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13. Under Delhi Sultanate who among the following officers was the Head of Royal Bodyguards ?
[A] Sar-Jandar
[B] Sar-i- Jamadar
[C] Diwan -i- Khas
[D] Diwan -i- Istikak

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14. Who among the following rulers was the founder of Imad Shahi dynasty?
[A] Fathullah Imad-ul-Mulk
[B] Aladdin Imad Shah
[C] Burhan Imad Shah
[D] Darya Imad Shah

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15. Lakshman sena’s court was adorned by:
[A] Jayadeva
[B] Umapati Dhar
[C] Halayudha
[D] All of the above

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16. When did the second battle of Tarain fought between Muhammad Ghori and Prithviraj Chauhan?
[A] 1191 AD
[B] 1192 AD
[C] 1193 AD
[D] 1190 AD

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17. Who was the reigning ruler in Delhi when Tulsidas completed his epic text, Ramcharitmanas?
[A] Akbar
[B] Humayun
[C] Jahangir
[D] Sher Shah Suri

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18. To develop foreign trade,Tipu Sultan established embassies with which countries?
[A] France
[B] Pegu
[C] Turkey
[D] All of the above

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19. In the administration of Vijayanagar empire, the king was advised by a council of ministers who met in a hall called
[A] Venkatavilas
[B] Balakrishna vila
[C] Garuda Vila
[D] Mandapa

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20. The correct meaning of the Doctrine of Fana of the Sufi mystiques is __:
[A] Inflaming the fire of love to achieve ecstasy
[B] Communication with God
[C] Transcendental meditation to achieve God
[D] Annihilation of human attributes through Union with God

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