History

Medieval and Islamic History

3,351 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

Who was the author of The Jahangir?

  1. Abdul Hamid Lahori

  2. Abu'l-Fazl ibn Mubarak

  3. Jahangir
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Abdul Hamid Lahori was a Persian historian and writer who served as the official court historian of the Mughal emperor Jahangir.

Multiple choice

What are some of the sources that Abdul Hamid Lahori used to write The Jahangir?

  1. Official records

  2. Personal accounts

  3. Literary works
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Explanation

Abdul Hamid Lahori used a variety of sources to write The Jahangir, including official records, personal accounts, and literary works.

Multiple choice

How did Abdul Hamid Lahori overcome the challenges he faced in writing The Jahangir?

  1. He used a variety of sources

  2. He sought the help of other historians

  3. He relied on his own personal knowledge and experience
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Abdul Hamid Lahori overcame the challenges he faced in writing The Jahangir by using a variety of sources, seeking the help of other historians, and relying on his own personal knowledge and experience.

Multiple choice

Who was Jahangir?

  1. A Mughal emperor

  2. A Persian historian

  3. A Sufi saint
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Jahangir was the fourth Mughal emperor, ruling from 1605 to 1627.

Multiple choice

What was Jahangir's full name?

  1. Nur-ud-din Muhammad Jahangir

  2. Salim Jahangir

  3. Jahangir Shah
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Jahangir's full name was Nur-ud-din Muhammad Jahangir.

Multiple choice

Where was Jahangir born?

  1. Fatehpur Sikri

  2. Agra

  3. Lahore
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Jahangir was born in Fatehpur Sikri.

Multiple choice

Who was Jahangir's father?

  1. Akbar

  2. Humayun

  3. Babur
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Jahangir's father was Akbar.

Multiple choice

What is the name of the Mughal emperor who built the Red Fort in Delhi?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb
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Explanation

The Red Fort in Delhi was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in the 17th century. It served as the main residence of the Mughal emperors until the 19th century.

Multiple choice

What is the term used for the collection of sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad?

  1. Hadith

  2. Sunnah

  3. Ijma

  4. Qiyas
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Explanation

The Sunnah refers to the collection of sayings, actions, and approvals of the Prophet Muhammad, which are considered to be a secondary source of law in Islamic jurisprudence.

Multiple choice

The Red Fort, a magnificent Mughal fort complex in Delhi, served as the residence of Mughal emperors for over 200 years. Its construction began during the reign of which Mughal emperor?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb
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Explanation

The construction of the Red Fort commenced during the reign of Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638.

Multiple choice

The Qutub Minar, a soaring tower in Delhi, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a testament to the architectural prowess of the Delhi Sultanate. Who commissioned its construction?

  1. Qutb-ud-din Aibak

  2. Iltutmish

  3. Alauddin Khilji

  4. Ghiyas-ud-din Tughluq
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The construction of the Qutub Minar was initiated by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate.

Multiple choice

Who is considered the founder of the Istihsan doctrine?

  1. Imam Abu Hanifah

  2. Imam Malik

  3. Imam Shafi'i

  4. Imam Ahmad ibn Hanbal
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Imam Abu Hanifah is considered the founder of the Istihsan doctrine.

Multiple choice

Which of the following was not a major trading center in medieval India?

  1. Delhi

  2. Agra

  3. Surat

  4. Calcutta
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Calcutta was not a major trading center in medieval India.

Multiple choice

Who was the Maratha envoy sent to the Ottoman Empire in 1736?

  1. Balaji Baji Rao

  2. Raghoji I Bhonsle

  3. Shahuji I

  4. Peshwa Bajirao I
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Explanation

Peshwa Bajirao I was the Maratha envoy sent to the Ottoman Empire in 1736.

Multiple choice

Which Maratha ruler signed the treaty of friendship with the Ottoman Empire in 1736?

  1. Shahuji I

  2. Raghoji I Bhonsle

  3. Balaji Baji Rao

  4. Peshwa Bajirao I
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Shahuji I signed the treaty of friendship with the Ottoman Empire in 1736.