The Tughlaq Dynasty: Muhammad Tughlaq's Reforms
This quiz will test your knowledge on the reforms introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq during his reign in the Delhi Sultanate.
Questions
What was the name of the tax levied by Muhammad Tughlaq on every Hindu pilgrim visiting the sacred city of Rameshwaram?
- Jizya
- Zakat
- Khuraj
- Pilgrimage Tax
Which of the following was NOT a reform introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq?
- Introduction of copper coins
- Shifting of the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad
- Establishment of the Diwan-i-Khairat
- Construction of the Hauz Khas Complex
What was the purpose of the Diwan-i-Khairat established by Muhammad Tughlaq?
- To provide relief to the poor and needy
- To collect taxes from the wealthy
- To promote trade and commerce
- To maintain law and order
Which of the following was NOT a reason for the failure of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms?
- Lack of proper planning and implementation
- Opposition from the nobles and religious leaders
- Natural calamities and famines
- Muhammad Tughlaq's personal extravagance
What was the name of the new currency introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq?
- Tanka
- Dinar
- Dirham
- Jital
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms?
- Economic instability
- Political unrest
- Social upheaval
- Strengthening of the Delhi Sultanate
What was the name of the city to which Muhammad Tughlaq shifted the capital of the Delhi Sultanate?
- Daulatabad
- Agra
- Lahore
- Kanauj
Which of the following was NOT a measure taken by Muhammad Tughlaq to address the economic crisis caused by his reforms?
- Reduction of taxes
- Issuance of new currency
- Construction of public works
- Expansion of the military
What was the name of the rebellion led by Taghi against Muhammad Tughlaq?
- The Taghi Rebellion
- The Peasant Rebellion
- The Noble Rebellion
- The Religious Rebellion
Which of the following was NOT a factor that contributed to the failure of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms?
- Lack of administrative experience
- Opposition from the nobles and religious leaders
- Natural calamities and famines
- Muhammad Tughlaq's mental instability
What was the name of the new tax levied by Muhammad Tughlaq on agricultural produce?
- Khuraj
- Zakat
- Jizya
- Iqta
Which of the following was NOT a reason for Muhammad Tughlaq's decision to shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?
- To escape the heat and dust of Delhi
- To be closer to the Deccan region
- To strengthen the defenses of the Delhi Sultanate
- To punish the people of Delhi for their rebellious behavior
What was the name of the new department established by Muhammad Tughlaq to oversee the construction and maintenance of public works?
- Diwan-i-Ashraf
- Diwan-i-Khairat
- Diwan-i-Riyasat
- Diwan-i-Insha
Which of the following was NOT a consequence of Muhammad Tughlaq's decision to shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?
- Economic disruption
- Political instability
- Social unrest
- Strengthening of the Delhi Sultanate
What was the name of the new tax levied by Muhammad Tughlaq on every house in the Delhi Sultanate?
- Ghari
- Jizya
- Khuraj
- Iqta