History
Historical Dates and Events
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Historical Dates and Events form the core chronological framework for studying history. This practice hub includes questions on ancient civilizations, medieval empires, and major historical battles. Familiarity with these dates is essential for cracking the general awareness section of competitive exams.
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Historical Dates and Events Questions
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1651 A.D.
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1751 A.D.
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1851 A.D.
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1951 A.D.
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The idol of Lord Raghunath was brought from Ayodhya to Kullu by Damodar Dass on the instructions of Raja Jagat Singh in 1651 A.D.
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Mandi town was established by Raja Ajbar Sen in the year 1527.
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1206 to 1506 A.D.
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1206 to 1536 A.D.
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1216 to 1536 A.D.
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1216 to 1558 A.D.
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Historians generally define the Delhi Sultanate period as spanning from 1206 AD, when Qutb-ud-din Aibak established the Slave dynasty, to 1526 AD, when the Mughal Empire began; however, 1506 is sometimes cited in specific academic contexts regarding the end of the Lodi influence.
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The Mughal Empire was founded by Babur in 1526 after his victory over Ibrahim Lodi at the First Battle of Panipat. This event marked the beginning of Mughal rule in India.
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3050 B.C.
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2500 B.C.
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1250 B.C.
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1350 B.C.
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The Boghaz-Koi inscription, which mentions Vedic gods like Indra and Varuna, is dated to approximately 1350 B.C.
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1773
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1784
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1793
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None of the above
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The Regulating Act of 1773 was the first step taken by the British Government to control and regulate the affairs of the East India Company in India.
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Humayun ascended the throne in 1530 following the death of his father, Babur.
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1620-1670
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1616-1656
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1632-1653
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1644-1673
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Construction of the Taj Mahal began in 1632 and was substantially completed by 1653.
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October 10, 1510
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January 24, 1571
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February 14, 1556
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March 28, 1529
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Akbar was proclaimed the successor of Humayun on February 14, 1556, at Kalanaur, shortly after Humayun's death.
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The Treaty of Chittor, which ended the conflict between Jahangir and Rana Amar Singh of Mewar, was signed in 1615.
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Aurangzeb formally ascended the throne in 1658 after defeating his brothers in the war of succession.
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The Saka era started in 78 AD, while Vikram era started from 58 BC. So, if we want to convert Badami rock inscription of Pulakesin I to Vikram era, it will be 465 + 78 + 58 = 601 Vikram Samvat.
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304 BC
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300 BC
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305 BC
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307 BC
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Absence of England officials in the colonies. 1650-1750
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Absence of England officials in the colonies. 1625-1763
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England officials running the colonies. 1625-1763
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England officials running the colonies. 1650-1750
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Salutary neglect refers to the British policy of loosely enforcing trade regulations in the American colonies, which generally lasted from the late 17th century until the end of the French and Indian War in 1763.
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1850-1861
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1861-1864
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1865-1875
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1861-1865
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The American Civil War began in 1861 with the attack on Fort Sumter and ended in 1865 with the surrender of Confederate forces.