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

At the time of Babur's invasion Delhi was ruled by

  1. Bahlol Lodhi

  2. Daulat Khan Lodhi

  3. Sikandar Lodhi

  4. Ibrahim Lodi
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D Correct answer
Explanation

At the time of Babur's invasion in 1526, Ibrahim Lodi was the Sultan of Delhi. He was defeated by Babur at the First Battle of Panipat.

Multiple choice

The Chronicle written by Beruni was

  1. Taj-UI-Massir

  2. Tahaqik-i-Hind

  3. Tabqat-i-Nasiri

  4. Futuh-us-Salatin
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Al-Biruni wrote 'Kitab-ul-Hind' (often referred to as Tahaqik-i-Hind). It provides a detailed account of Indian culture, science, and society during the 11th century.

Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is not true?

  1. Babur bequeathed Humayun a strong empire.

  2. Babur founded the Mughal Empire in India.

  3. Babur was a good scholar.

  4. Babur was the lover of nature.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Babur did not bequeath a strong empire to Humayun. He left behind a newly conquered, unstable territory with many internal and external threats, which Humayun struggled to maintain.

Multiple choice

The book written by Babur is

  1. an epic

  2. a collection of poems

  3. an autobiography

  4. a religious commentary
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Babur wrote his autobiography, known as the Baburnama or Tuzk-e-Babri, in the Chagatai Turkic language.

Multiple choice

Ali Darwaja was constructed by

  1. Iltutmish

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq

  4. Mohammad Tughlaq
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Alai Darwaza is the main gateway from the southern side of the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in the Qutub Minar complex. It was built by Alauddin Khalji in 1311.

Multiple choice

Who built the Jama Masjid?

  1. Akbar

  2. Shah Jahan

  3. Humayun

  4. Zaheeruddin Muhammad Babur
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Jama Masjid in Delhi was built by the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1650 and 1656.

Multiple choice

Why was Buland Darwaza constructed?

  1. To commemorate Akbar's new fort at Fatehpur sikri.

  2. To commemorte Akbar's new cult Din-i-Ilahi.

  3. To commemorte birth of Akbar's son Salim.

  4. To commemorte Akbar's victory over Gujarat.
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D Correct answer
Explanation

The Buland Darwaza was built by Akbar in 1601 to commemorate his successful campaign and victory over Gujarat.

Multiple choice

Which sufi saint blessed king Akbar with a son?

  1. Salim Chisti

  2. Moinuddin Chisti

  3. Maudood Chisti

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Akbar visited the Sufi saint Salim Chisti in Sikri, and after the birth of his son, he named him Salim (later Emperor Jahangir) in honor of the saint.

Multiple choice

Humayun left Akbar under which great general's guardianship?

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  2. Saadat Khan

  3. Bairam Khan

  4. Shahbaz Khan
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Bairam Khan was a loyal general and the tutor of Akbar who served as his regent during the early years of his reign.

Multiple choice

Which ruler of Amarkot gave shelter to Humayun?

  1. Rana Pratap

  2. Rana Sangha

  3. Rana Prasad

  4. None of the above
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Rana Prasad, the ruler of Amarkot, provided refuge to Humayun during his exile. This allowed Humayun to regroup and eventually reclaim his throne.

Multiple choice

Jahangir's autobiography is called

  1. Makhzan-ul-Asrar

  2. Tuzk-i-Jahangiri

  3. Bilqis va Salman

  4. Makhzan ul-advar
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Tuzk-i-Jahangiri is the autobiography of the Mughal Emperor Jahangir. It provides significant insight into his administration and personal life.