Medieval Indian History MCQs
Multiple choice questions on Medieval Indian History for General Studies and GK preparation of SSC, NDA, CDS, UPSC, UPPSC and State PSC Examinations.
1. Chachnama is the oldest chronicle of which of the following regions?
[A] Kashmir
[B] Gandhar
[C] Sindh
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: C [Sindh]
Notes:
At the time of Arab Invasions, Sindh was under Raja Dahir who reigned till 712 AD from his capital Brahamanabad. He was the last Hindu Ruler of Sindh and parts of Modern Punjab (Pakistan). The Arab conquest of Sindh is mentioned in the oldest Chronicle of Sindh called Chachnama.
2. Who among the following is associated with translation of Rajatarangini in Persian?
[A] Dara Shikoh
[B] Zain-ul-Abidin
[C] Abdul Razzaq Jilani
[D] Bande Nawaz
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Correct Answer: B [Zain-ul-Abidin]
Notes:
Rajatarangini is a metrical legendary and historical chronicle of the north-western Indian subcontinent, particularly the kings of Kashmir. It was written in Sanskrit by Kashmiri historian Kalhana in the 12th century CE. It was translated into Persian by the orders of the later Muslim ruler Zain-ul-Abidin.
3. What was the common name of Mehrunissa?
[A] Jahan Ara
[B] Nur Jahan
[C] Hamida Bano
[D] Gulbadan Bano
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Correct Answer: B [Nur Jahan]
Notes:
Mehrunnissa Begum was also known as Nur Jahan, wife of Jahangir. Nur Jahan was the last wife of Jahangir. She was born in 1577 In Persian Family, Nur Jahan Was The Most Powerful Woman In Jahangir’s Court.
4. In which year, Akbar had centralized the control and functioning of various mints?
[A] 1570
[B] 1572
[C] 1576
[D] 1578
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Correct Answer: A [1570]
Notes:
Mughal Emperor issued coins from this mint in all the three metals in 1570. Silver coins of Akbar were issued from this mint with the mint epithet ‘Hazrat’. Copper coins were also issued along with gold.
5. Hamim Humam who was the chief of Royal School (Pathshala) adorned the court of which Mughal Emperor?
[A] Akbar
[B] Jahanagir
[C] Humayun
[D] Shahjahan
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Correct Answer: A [Akbar]
Notes:
Hamim Humam was one of the Nav Ratnas of Akbar.
6. “Sur Sagar”, a treatise on music was written during the reign of which of the following Mughal emperors?
[A] Humayun
[B] Akbar
[C] Jahanagir
[D] Shahjahan
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Correct Answer: B [Akbar]
Notes:
Surdas was born somewhere between 1478 and 1483; and died somewhere between 1579 and 1584. He was contemporary of Akbar (reign. 1556-1605). Thus, Sur Sagar was composed during his reign. Tulsidas was also a contemporary of Akbar.
7. During the reign of which among the following Mughal rulers, maximum number of books on classical music were written?
[A] Akbar
[B] Jahanagir
[C] Shahjahan
[D] Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: D [Aurangzeb]
Notes:
It was during the Mughal ruler Aurangzeb maximum number of books on classical music and Persian music were written. He himself was a player of veena and patronized music.
8. Babar died on 26th December 1530 and was laid to rest at Arambagh in Agra. Afterwards, his body was taken to and buried at which among the following places (During the times of Sher Shah)?
[A] Delhi
[B] Farghana
[C] Kabul
[D] Samarkand
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Correct Answer: C [Kabul]
Notes:
After Babar died on 26th December 1530 and was laid to rest at Arambagh in Agra. Then on his wish he was taken to Kabul during the reign of Sher Shah.
9. In context of Vijayanagara Empire, who was the successor of King Tirumala Deva Raya, the founder of Aravidu dynasty?
[A] Sri Ranga Dev raya
[B] Ram deva
[C] Venkata II
[D] Sada Shiva
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Correct Answer: A [Sri Ranga Dev raya ]
Notes:
The Aravidu Dynasty was the fourth and last Hindu dynasty that ruled Vijayanagara Empire in South India. The emperor Tirumala Deva Raya was the founder of Aravidu Dynasty. He was succeeded by his eldest son Sri Ranga Dev raya (Sri ranga I) who reigned from 1572–1586 AD
10. Who among the following ruler from South India was known as ‘Andhra Bhoj’ ?
[A] Krishna Devraya
[B] Vira Narsimha
[C] Tipu Sultan
[D] Tirumala
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Correct Answer: A [Krishna Devraya ]
Notes:
The ruler of Tuluva dynasty, Sri Krishnadevaraya was the famous ruler from South India who is known to be the best among people for his humanity, kind hearted and his judgment. He was the greatest ruler of Vijayanagar Empire. He earned the title of “Andhra Bhoj and Kannada Rajya Rama Ramana”.
