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Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

Kathak, a new dance form that developed during Delhi Sultanate period, combines Hindu ______ with Persian _______.

  1. Costumes, Themes

  2. Themes, Costumes

  3. Rituals, Paintings

  4. All of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

 Kathak is one the eight classical dance forms in India. Kathak is found in three distinct forms, named after the cities where the Kathak dance tradition evolved – Jaipur, Banaras and Lucknow. It developed during Delhi Sultanate period, combines Hindu themes and Persian costumes. The main focus of the dance are the eyes and the foot movements.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

Qawwali is a/an _______________.

  1. European style of chorus singing

  2. Indian style of chorus singing

  3. South Indian style of chorus singing

  4. Persian style of chorus singing
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Qawwali is a chorus of hand-clapping qawwals who sing with an aim to lead the listeners to spiritual union with Allah. It is a form of music practiced by Sufis to inspire religious devotion and instruction. The Indian composer and Persian-language poet Amīr Khusrow is the popularly acknowledged creator of qawwali.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

The information about the rule of Maharana Kumbha is obtained from ______.

  1. Ekling

  2. Mahatmya

  3. Kumbhalgarh Prashasti

  4. All of the above
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Maharana Kumbha was one of the famous rulers of Mewar. He was born in1417. He ascended the throne of Mewar in 1433. There are different sources that tell us about his life and achievement. We can get information about him through Prashasthis which were composed by his court poet. Famous Prashastis - Kumbhalgarh Prashasti, Rankapur Prashasti, Kirti Stambh etc. We can also get information about him "Eklinga Mahtamaya". Eklinga Mahatamaya tells us that he was well versed in Vedas, Smritis, and Upanishads.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

It is said that Muhammad-bin-Bakhtiyar Khalji, one of the commanders of Muhammad Ghori, conquered Nadia (one of the capitals of Bengal) with only $18$ horse men. The king of Bengal who then fled barefoot from his palace was __________.

  1. Samantasena

  2. Hemantasena

  3. Ballalasena

  4. Lakshmanasena
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Muhammad bin Bakhtiyar Khalji who was one of the salves of Muhammad Ghori attacked Bengal in 1202. In around 1202-04 he defeated Lakshmana Sena, the ruler of Sena dynasty of Bengal. Later Khalji became the viceroy of Bengal.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

Who led the Mughal army in Battle of Haldighati against Maharana Pratap?

  1. Man Singh

  2. Uday Singh

  3. Chandrasen Rathore

  4. Vijay Singh
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Battle of Haldighati was a battle fought on 18 June 1576 between Maharana Pratap and the Mughal emperor Akbar's forces, led by Man Singh I of Amber.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

Where did Durgadas Rathore spend his last days?

  1. Amritsar

  2. Ujjain

  3. Kabul

  4. Awadh
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Durgadas Rathore, a prominent Rathore Rajput general, spent his final years in Ujjain, where he also passed away. A cenotaph dedicated to him is located on the banks of the Shipra River in Ujjain.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

Sultanates of Delhi have taken which of the following in their buildings from the ancient architecture?

  1. Mehrab

  2. Arched openings

  3. Decoration figures

  4. Gumbaz
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

During the Sultanate period, Indo -Islamic style of art and architecture developed as a result of the mingling of the Indian and Turkish styles. Indian decoration and techniques were used in the Islamic buildings, with domes and arches of their own style. The forts were simple but strong. they built arches above the doorways and windows instead of beams which were used by Indians before coming of Muslim. Thus they used arch opening but with pointed arch style.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

From the point of view of the Turkish rule, the most important contribution of Iltutmish was

  1. Establishment of dynastic rule

  2. He was the first Muslim ruler in India to issue coins

  3. He made Delhi the capital of the Sultanate

  4. He organized the Iqta System
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Shamsuddin Iltutmish was one of the powerful rulers of slave dynasty. The rulers of this dynasty were also called "Mamluk Sultans". The term "Mamluk" in Arabic means "Owned". Iltutmish organised the Iqta system. He granted land to his army. These granted lands were known as Iqta. The iqta holders were known as Iqtadar or Muqti. In return of Iqta, Iqtadar had to give military help to the Sultan at the time of war.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

Which of the following features are associated with the architecture of Tughluq period? Select the correct answer using the codes given below the features.
1. Sloping walls.
2. Deliberate attempt to combine the principles of the arch, the lintel and the beam in the buildings.
3. Placing the buildings especially the tombs on a high platform.

  1. 1 only

  2. 1 and 2

  3. 1 and 3

  4. 2 and 3
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Tughluq architecture is characterized by the use of sloping walls (batter) to provide strength and stability. They also attempted to combine the arch and the lintel, though placing tombs on high platforms is more characteristic of later Mughal architecture.

Multiple choice history government, society and culture under the delhi sultanate life under delhi sultanate arab invasions and delhi sultanate royal dynasties of rajasthan and mughals

The Battle of Haldighati ($1576$) was a fight between Rajput and Mughal forces. Who led the Mughal forces?

  1. Man Singh

  2. Jai Singh

  3. Khurram

  4. Akbar
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The battle of Haldighati was fought on June 18, 1576. This was the first battle of  Mansingh in which he became the commander. Haldighati was a narrow mountain pass between the hills of Gogunda and Khamnaur. Due to the yellow colour of the soil, this place is known as Haldighati. Mughal forces became victorious in this battle.