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Multiple choice history new political formations in the eighteenth century causes of decline of the mughal empire decline of mughal empire downfall of mughal empire

Who was the Mughal emperor at the time of Ahmad Shah Abdali's invasion of India?

  1. Bahadur Shah-I

  2. Bahadur Shah-II

  3. Shah Alam-I

  4. Shah Alam-II
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Explanation
Ahmed Shah Abdali invaded India seven times from 1748-1767. He crossed Kyber pass in December 1747 with 40000 troops to invade india. India was being ruled by Shah Alam- I at that time.
Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

Who among the following paved the way for the invention of automobiles and aircraft?

  1. Al Biruni

  2. Ibn Sina

  3. Roger Bacon

  4. Muhammed al Razi
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Explanation

Roger Bacon is often cited for his early scientific observations and predictions about future technologies, including flying machines and motorized vehicles.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

The father of surgery during the 10th century is

  1. Bhaskara II

  2. Ibn Sina

  3. Ibn Al Qasim

  4. Muhammed al Razi
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Explanation

Abu al-Qasim al-Zahrawi, known as Albucasis, is considered the father of surgery for his extensive medical encyclopedia, Kitab al-Tasrif.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

The combination of Roman style and the Byzantine style is known as _______ style

  1. Gothic

  2. Romenesque

  3. Carolingian

  4. Asturian
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Explanation

The Carolingian style of architecture is characterized by a synthesis of Roman and Byzantine elements, reflecting the revival of classical traditions under Charlemagne.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

The notable scholar/s in the field of science is/are

  1. Al Biruni

  2. Roger Bacon

  3. Ibn al Qasim

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Al Biruni, Roger Bacon, and Ibn al Qasim were all significant contributors to various scientific fields during the medieval period.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

The author of the work "City of God" is

  1. Jayadeva

  2. Kalhana

  3. Omar Khayyam

  4. St.Augustine
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Explanation

City of God (De Civitate Dei) is a famous philosophical work written by St. Augustine of Hippo in the early 5th century.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

Which of the following is/are the contributions of Medieval China?

  1. Gun Powder

  2. Seismograph

  3. Mariners Compass

  4. All the above
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Explanation

Medieval China is credited with the invention of gunpowder, the seismograph (by Zhang Heng), and the mariner's compass, among many other technological advancements.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

The major themes of the medieval literature were related to

  1. Religion

  2. Music

  3. Architecture

  4. Science & Technology
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Medieval literature was heavily influenced by religious themes, as the church and religious institutions were the primary patrons and centers of learning.

Multiple choice history the east and the west: era of exchanges east and west : cultural exchanges in medieval period east asia in the middle ages china: two different phases east and west : trade exchanges in medieval period

Which among the following was not a musician?

  1. Ibn Muhriz

  2. Ibn Surayi

  3. Ibn Misjah

  4. Al Biruni
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Explanation

Al Biruni was a polymath, primarily known for his work in astronomy, mathematics, and history, not as a musician.