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.
41. Which of the following became part of the mystic circle of the Pakpattan shrine?
[A] Makhdurn Alauddin Ali
[B] Abdul Quddus Gangohi
[C] Muhibbullah Allahabadi
[D] Salim Chishti
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Correct Answer: D [Salim Chishti]
Notes:
Salim Chishti who was a descendent of Baba Farid lived during the reign of Emperor Akbar. His family migrated from Punjab to Sikri, where he became part of the mystic circle of the Pakpattan shrine.
42. Which of the following was the officials in charge of maintaining revenue records during the administration of Sher Shah Suri?
[A] Shiqdar
[B] Qanungo
[C] Munsif
[D] Amils
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Correct Answer: B [Qanungo]
Notes:
Sher Shah Suri ruled for five years that is from 1540 CE to 1545 CE. The administrative system developed by him inspired the Mughal administration as well as British administration. The official in charge to maintain revenue records was called as Qanungo.
43. During which of the followings reign Nadir Shah not only invaded India but also imprisoned the Mughal Emperor and looted Delhi?
[A] Farrukh Siyar
[B] Rafi-us-Darajat
[C] Rafi-us-Daula
[D] Mohd. Shah Rangeela
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Correct Answer: D [Mohd. Shah Rangeela]
Notes:
During the reign of Mohd. Shah Rangeela the weakness of the Mughal empire was exposed when Nadir Shah not only invaded India but also imprisoned the Mughal Emperor. He also looted Delhi in c.1739 CE.
44. Which of the following was the head of the military, pay, and accounts office?
[A] Chief Qazi
[B] Mir Bakshi
[C] Mir Maal
[D] Khan-i- Saman
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Correct Answer: B [Mir Bakshi]
Notes:
During the rule of the Mughal empire, Mir Bakshi was in charge of military pay and accounts office. All Mansabdars received their pay from the Military accounts office, the post of Mir Bakshi was of utmost importance as imperial paymaster.
45. After the death of Rajaram who assumed the control of the Maratha Empire?
[A] Shahu
[B] Tarabai
[C] Shivaji II
[D] Rajaram II
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Correct Answer: B [Tarabai]
Notes:
After the death of Rajaram in 1700 CE who ruled the Maratha Empire from 1989 CE, his widow Tarabai assumed the control of the Maratha empire in the name of her infant son Shivaji II.
46. Which of the following is known in history for making the post of the Peshwa hereditary?
[A] Moropant Trimbak Pingle
[B] Sonopant Dabir
[C] Balaji Vishwanath
[D] Shyampant Kulkarni Ranzekar
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Correct Answer: C [Balaji Vishwanath]
Notes:
Balaji Vishwanath Bhatt belonged to the Bhatt family of Shri Vardhan in the Konkan region. He was the Peshwa during the period 1713 CE to 1719 CE. He is known in history for making the post of the Peshwa hereditary.
47. Which of the following initiated the system of confederacy among the Maratha chiefs?
[A] Moreshwar Pingale
[B] Ramchandra Pant Amatya
[C] Balaji Vishwanath
[D] Baji Rao I
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Correct Answer: D [Baji Rao I]
Notes:
Baji Rao I established a confederacy among Maratha chiefs, allowing autonomous regional governance. This led to the rise of influential families like the Scindias, Holkars, Gaekwads, and Bhonsles. His alliances and military campaigns expanded Maratha power, challenging the declining Mughal Empire in 18th-century India.
48. During which early medieval period a decline in trade and monetary system was observed?
[A] 900-1200 AD
[B] 700-900 AD
[C] 500-700 AD
[D] 1000-1200 AD
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Correct Answer: B [700-900 AD]
Notes:
The development of trade in the early medieval period can be divided into two phases. The first phase from 700 to 900 AD was a time of decline in commerce, the monetary system and deurbanization and the closed village economy. The second phase, from 900 to 1200 AD, saw an expansion of the agricultural economy, which led to an improvement in commercial activities within the country and also with the other countries, a modest reactivation of the metallic currency and urbanization.
49. Who was the architect of Taj Mahal?
[A] Mohammad Hussain
[B] Ustad-Isa
[C] Shah Abbas
[D] Ismail
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Correct Answer: B [Ustad-Isa]
Notes:
Ustad Ahmad Lahauri, also known as Isa Khan, is credited as the chief architect of the Taj Mahal, supported by a 17th-century manuscript. He also designed the Red Fort in Delhi. The Taj Mahal features Italian-influenced pietra dura work and calligraphy by Amanat Khan from Shiraz. Construction involved over 20,000 artisans and took about 22 years, reflecting Persian, Ottoman, and Indian architectural styles.
50. Which of the following statements is/are correct regarding King Mihir Bhoja?
- Mihir Bhoja was a devotee of Vishnu and adopted the title of “Adivaraha”.
- Mihir Bhoja was succeeded by his son Mahendrapala I.
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1
[B] Only 2
[C] Both 1 and 2
[D] Neither 1 nor 2
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Correct Answer: C [Both 1 and 2]
Notes:
Mihir Bhoja or Bhoja I was a king belonging to the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty. He was the sixth ruler of the Gurjara-Pratihara dynasty. He ruled the dynasty between 836 CE – 885 CE. He succeeded his father Rambhadra. Bhoja was a devotee of Vishnu and assumed the title Idivarah which is inscribed on some of his coins. Mihir Bhoja was succeeded by his son Mahendrapala I who ruled till about 908-09 CE.
