History

Medieval and Islamic History

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Medieval and Islamic history focuses on the political, cultural, and administrative developments during the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire. Key topics include military campaigns, administrative reforms, court artisans, and architectural marvels like the Red Fort. This is a highly scoring subject for SSC and civil services preliminary exams.

Delhi Sultanate rulersMughal empire emperorsAdministrative and judicial reformsHistorical monuments constructionMedieval court art and culture

Medieval and Islamic History Questions

Multiple choice

Which Mongol ruler invaded India during Balban's reign?

  1. Genghis Khan

  2. Kublai Khan

  3. Hulagu Khan

  4. Batu Khan
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Kublai Khan, the Mongol ruler, invaded India during Balban's reign, but Balban successfully repelled the invasion.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the fort built by Balban to defend against Mongol invasions?

  1. Red Fort

  2. Qila Rai Pithora

  3. Siri Fort

  4. Tughlaqabad Fort
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Balban constructed the Siri Fort in Delhi as a defense against potential Mongol invasions.

Multiple choice

Which city served as the capital of Balban's sultanate?

  1. Delhi

  2. Agra

  3. Lahore

  4. Multan
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Delhi served as the capital of Balban's sultanate, and he made significant efforts to beautify and develop the city.

Multiple choice

What was the name of Balban's son and successor?

  1. Muhammad Khan

  2. Bughra Khan

  3. Kaiqubad

  4. Nasiruddin Mahmud
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Kaiqubad was Balban's son and successor, who ascended to the throne after Balban's death.

Multiple choice

Which group of people did Balban appoint as governors of various provinces?

  1. Rajputs

  2. Turks

  3. Afghans

  4. Mongols
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Balban appointed Turks as governors of various provinces, as he trusted their loyalty and administrative capabilities.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the military unit established by Balban to maintain law and order in the sultanate?

  1. Barid-i-Mamalik

  2. Diwan-i-Arz

  3. Diwan-i-Insha

  4. Diwan-i-Qaza
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Balban established the Diwan-i-Arz, a military unit responsible for maintaining law and order and suppressing rebellions.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the famous poet who served in Balban's court?

  1. Amir Khusrau

  2. Sadi

  3. Hafiz

  4. Rumi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Amir Khusrau, the renowned poet, served in Balban's court and composed several works praising the sultan's achievements.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his satirical writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Bedil Dehlavi
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Bedil Dehlavi is known for his satirical writings in Indo-Persian literature.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his mystical and philosophical writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Rumi

  3. Sa'di

  4. Nizami Ganjavi
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Rumi is known for his mystical and philosophical writings in Indo-Persian literature.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his love poetry?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Hafiz
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Hafiz is known for his love poetry in Indo-Persian literature.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his historical writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Firishta
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Firishta is known for his historical writings in Indo-Persian literature.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his didactic writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Attar of Nishapur
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Sa'di is known for his didactic writings in Indo-Persian literature.

Multiple choice

Which Indo-Persian poet is known for his mystical and spiritual writings?

  1. Mirza Ghalib

  2. Sa'di

  3. Nizami Ganjavi

  4. Attar of Nishapur
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Attar of Nishapur is known for his mystical and spiritual writings in Indo-Persian literature.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the gold coin issued by the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Tanka

  2. Dinar

  3. Dirham

  4. Rupiya
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Tanka was a gold coin issued by the Delhi Sultanate, and was widely used in trade and commerce.

Multiple choice

Which of the following was the first silver coin issued by the Mughal Empire?

  1. Rupiya

  2. Dam

  3. Paisa

  4. Adli
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Rupiya was the first silver coin issued by the Mughal Empire, and became the standard currency of the empire.