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. ‘Zikr’ involved which of the following?
[A] Repeated recitation of a devotional formula in praise of Allah.
[B] Gathering where musical instruments were played.
[C] Ecstatic dancing.
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Repeated recitation of a devotional formula in praise of Allah.]
Notes:
‘Zikr’ involved the repeated recitation of a devotional formula in praise of Allah. It was considered a means of attaining bliss. Fist it began as a simple recitation of the Quran but later evolved into an elaborate ritual practiced in a congregation
42. Bijak is the best known of the compilations of the compositions of which of the following bhakti saints?
[A] Ramananda
[B] Tulsidas
[C] Guru Nanak
[D] Kabir
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Correct Answer: D [Kabir]
Notes:
Bijak is a compilation of 15th-century Bhakti poet Kabir’s compositions. Raised by Muslim weavers, Kabir was influenced by Hindu and Islamic teachings, often criticizing religious orthodoxy. Bijak, meaning “seedling,” emphasizes inner devotion. His works were orally transmitted by the Kabir Panth and later compiled. Kabir’s legacy influenced Sikhism, with Guru Nanak including some hymns in the Guru Granth Sahib.
43. Before joining the Suhrawardi order which of the following lived in the company of Gorakhnath?
[A] Makhdum Hamzah
[B] Saba Dawud Khaki Suhrawardi
[C] Shihabuddin Suhrawardi
[D] Shaikh Hasan
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Correct Answer: D [Shaikh Hasan]
Notes:
Shaikh Hasan was another prominent Sufi saint of the Suhrawardi order, who lived during the 16th and 17th centuries in Lahore in present-day Pakistan. Before joining the Suhrawardi order he lived in the ‘company of yogi Gorakhnath.
44. Sher Mandal, which was built either by Sher Shah Suri or Humayun, is located in which of the following cities?
[A] Patna
[B] Saharasa
[C] Delhi
[D] Sirsa
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Correct Answer: C [Delhi]
Notes:
Sher Mandal, an octagonal building inside the Purana Qila complex in Delhi was probably built by Sher Shah Suri or Humayun.
45. Which of the following had a great impact on the personality of Shivaji?
1) Pir Shaikh Yacub
2) Dadaji Kondev
3) Guru Ramdas
4) Hazrat Baba of Ratnagiri
Select the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] Only 1 & 3
[B] Only 1 & 4
[C] Only 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3, & 4
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Correct Answer: D [1, 2, 3, & 4]
Notes:
Shivaji was greatly influenced by his mother Jijabai, his teacher Dadaji Kondev, Sufi saint Pir Shaikh Yacub, Guru Ramdas, Tukaram, Hazrat Baba of Ratnagiri, the Ramayana, and the Mahabharata on the development of his personality.
46. Which monument, built during the Delhi sultanate period, was built according to the correct scientific lines for the first time?
[A] Sikandar Lodi Tomb
[B] Tughlaqabad
[C] Tomb of Ghiyath al-Din Tughluq
[D] Alai Minar
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Correct Answer: D [Alai Minar]
Notes:
Alai Minar contains a dome that was built according to the correct scientific lines for the first time and also has arches of very nice proportions.
47. What was the greatest architectural monument of King Kumbha’s reign?
[A] Shaktistambha
[B] Ekatastambha
[C] Charminar
[D] Kritistambha
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Correct Answer: D [Kritistambha]
Notes:
The greatest architectural monument of King Kumbha’s reign was the Kritistambha built by him at Chittor.
48. Ibn Batuta visited India during the reign of _____:
[A] Balban
[B] Iltutmish
[C] Ala-ud-din Khalji
[D] Muhammad bin Tughluq
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Correct Answer: D [Muhammad bin Tughluq ]
Notes:
Ibn Batuta reached Delhi during the reign of Mohammad Bin Tughlaq and with him he bought several precious presents for the Sultan of Delhi. The explorer served the king for seven years as a judge in his royal court.
49. Which Sultan shifted his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?
[A] Feroz Shah Tughlaq
[B] Alauddin Khilji
[C] Muhammad Tughlaq
[D] Khizr Khan
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Correct Answer: C [Muhammad Tughlaq ]
Notes:
As per Barani, Sultan Muhammad bin Tughluq decided to shift his capital from Delhi to Deogir (Daulatabad) in the Deccan in 1326-1327 A.D. It was centrally located and was at a safer distance from the North-West frontier and thus-safe from the Mongols. The scheme of transfer of capital caused heavy financial loss to the treasury.
50. The Chola Empire was invaded by ____ in the early 14th century A.D.:
[A] Genghis Khan
[B] Malik Kafur
[C] Muhammad Ghori
[D] Taimur
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Correct Answer: B [Malik Kafur]
Notes:
In South India, after the decline of the Chola kings (roughly 950 AD to 1200 AD), the rulers of Pandya kingdom gained prominence. Malik Kafur, a eunuch slave and military commander of Alauddin Khalji, invaded it in 1311. During the invasion, Kafur went on a rampage spree, looting, killing, terrorizing people, etc.
