History

Medieval and Islamic History

3,307 Questions

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.

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Medieval and Islamic History Questions

Multiple choice

What was the name of the famous Sufi saint who lived during the Delhi Sultanate period?

  1. Nizamuddin Auliya

  2. Moinuddin Chishti

  3. Baba Farid

  4. Rumi
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Nizamuddin Auliya was a famous Sufi saint who lived during the Delhi Sultanate period, known for his spiritual teachings and contributions to the Chishti order.

Multiple choice

Who was the eighth Sultan of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Balban

  3. Alauddin Khalji

  4. Ghiyasuddin Balban
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Ghiyasuddin Balban was the eighth Sultan of the Delhi Sultanate, ruling from 1266 to 1287.

Multiple choice

What was the title given to Balban by the Abbasid Caliph?

  1. Sultan-ul-Hind

  2. Amir-ul-Hind

  3. Fakhr-ud-Din

  4. Sultan-ul-Islam
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Abbasid Caliph bestowed upon Balban the title of 'Sultan-ul-Hind', recognizing him as the ruler of India.

Multiple choice

What was the primary focus of Balban's domestic policy?

  1. Expanding the territory

  2. Consolidating the sultanate

  3. Religious reforms

  4. Cultural development
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Balban's domestic policy primarily aimed to consolidate the Delhi Sultanate by strengthening the administration, suppressing rebellions, and maintaining law and order.

Multiple choice

Which group of people did Balban rely on heavily for administrative and military support?

  1. Rajputs

  2. Turks

  3. Afghans

  4. Mongols
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Balban relied heavily on the Turks for administrative and military support, as they were considered loyal and skilled in governance and warfare.

Multiple choice

What was the name of Balban's spy agency?

  1. Barid-i-Mamalik

  2. Diwan-i-Arz

  3. Diwan-i-Insha

  4. Diwan-i-Qaza
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Balban established the Barid-i-Mamalik, a spy agency responsible for gathering intelligence and maintaining internal security.

Multiple choice

What was the name of the tax introduced by Balban to fund his military campaigns?

  1. Kharaj

  2. Jizya

  3. Zakat

  4. Iqta
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Balban introduced the Kharaj, a land tax, to generate revenue for his military campaigns and maintain a strong army.

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 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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Explanation

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

Multiple choice

The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, Rajasthan, was built by which Mughal emperor?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb
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Correct answer
Explanation

The Jantar Mantar in Jaipur was built by Maharaja Jai Singh II, a Rajput king and astronomer, not by a Mughal emperor.

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.