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Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

During Mahmud's expedition of Invasion, who got first defeat in Peshawar?

  1. Anandpal

  2. Jaipal

  3. Surajpal

  4. Jaichand
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mahmud of Ghazni defeated the Hindu Shahi ruler Jaipal at the Battle of Peshawar in 1001 AD. This was the first major defeat of the Shahi dynasty against Mahmud.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

Anandpal was the _______ of Jaipal.

  1. Father

  2. Son

  3. Uncle

  4. Grandfather
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mahmud of Ghazni for the first time attacked modern Afghanistan and Pakistan in 1000 AD. There he defeated Hindu Shahi ruler Jaipala, who committed suicide later and was succeeded then by his son Anandpala. He formed an alliance with the rulers of central and western India to repulse Ghazni.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

Rajputana constituted which part of India?

  1. Rajasthan

  2. Maharashtra

  3. Kerala

  4. Orissa
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A Correct answer
Explanation

In the nineteenth century, the region that constitutes most of present-day Rajasthan was called as Rajputana by the British. While this may suggest that this was an area that was inhabited only or mainly by Rajputs.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

Who among the following are often recognized as contributing to the distinctive culture of Rajasthan?

  1. Marathas

  2. Rajputs

  3. Tamils

  4. British
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B Correct answer
Explanation

There were several groups who identify themselves as Rajputs in many areas of northern and central India. And of course, there are several peoples other than Rajputs who live in Rajasthan. However, the Rajputs are often recognised as contributing to the distinctive culture of Rajasthan.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

From the eighth century onwards, the taxes on traders and artisans were levied by ________.

  1. Samanta

  2. Kings

  3. RIch merchants

  4. Army chiefs
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A Correct answer
Explanation

From the eighth century onwards, a samanta or, in later times, a zamindar built a fortified palace in or near the towns. They levied taxes on traders, artisans and articles of trade and sometimes donated the right to collect these taxes to local temples, which had been built by themselves or by rich merchants. These rights were recorded in inscriptions that have survived to this day.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

Mahmood's raids exposed the _______ of the Northern states and paved the way for the  ______ of India.

  1. Strength, Independence

  2. Strength, Conquest

  3. Weakness, Conquest

  4. Bravery, Independence
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Mahmud of Ghazni's repeated raids demonstrated the military and political weakness of the fragmented Northern Indian states. This lack of unity facilitated subsequent invasions and the eventual conquest of India by later Islamic rulers.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

The independent kingdom of Awadh ' was founded by

  1. Saadat Khan

  2. Safdar Jang

  3. Shuja-ud-Daulah

  4. Asaf-ud-Daulah
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Saadat Khan (also known as Burhan-ul-Mulk) was appointed the governor of Awadh by the Mughal Emperor in 1722 and subsequently established it as an independent state.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

Alberuni came to India along with

  1. Mahmud Ghazni

  2. Muhammad - bin - Qasim

  3. Muhammad Ghuri

  4. Timur
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Alberuni, a famous scholar and polymath, accompanied Mahmud of Ghazni during his Indian expeditions and wrote the Kitab-ul-Hind.

Multiple choice history the development of regional culture development of regional culture during medieval period india in 18th century rise of independent states kings and kingdoms of the early medieval period

When Mahmud of Ghazni invaded Somnath, the ruler of Gujrat was ?

  1. Mularaja

  2. Bhima I

  3. Jayasimha Siddharaja

  4. Bhima II
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B Correct answer
Explanation

When Mahmud of Ghazni attacked the Somnath temple in 1025-1026 AD, the ruler of Gujarat (the Chaulukya dynasty) was Bhima I.