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. Which of the following rulers of Delhi Sultanate abolished the Iqtas?
[A] Alauddin Khilji
[B] Muhammad Tughlaq
[C] Firozshah Tughlaq
[D] Balban
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Correct Answer: A [Alauddin Khilji]
Notes:
Alauddin Khilji suddenly abolished the system of small Iqtas with a stroke of pen and brought them under the central Government, it is regarded as one of the most important agrarian reform of Alauddin Khilji.
2. The most important reason for collection of “Chauth” and “Sardeshmukhi” by Marathas was __?
[A] To increase the source of income
[B] To expand his territories
[C] To consolidate his political influence
[D] Because of the opposition of Muslim rulers
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Correct Answer: A [To increase the source of income]
Notes:
Shivaji collected the chauth and sardeshmukhi from the territory which was either under his enemies or under his own influence. The chauth was one fourth part of the income of a particular territory while the sardeshmukhi was one tenth. Shivaji collected these taxes simply by force of his arms. These constituted of the primary sources of income of Shivaji and helped in the extension of the power and territory of the Marathas.
3. At which among the following places, Gokal Jat revolted against mughals in the 17th century?
[A] Hisar
[B] Mathura
[C] Ujain
[D] Bundelkhand
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Correct Answer: B [Mathura]
Notes:
In 1669-70, the Jats of Mathura region rose under the leadership of a local Zamindar Gokul. Religion was main factor behind this revolt because Abdul Nabi, local officer of imperial Mughal government, had destroyed the temples of Hindus and disrespected their women.
We note here that Jat uprising occurred at a time Mughal government was by no means weak or imbecile. The Mughal army pursued the Jats and the leader Gokul was captured and executed. However, the rebel did not subdue completely. Taking advantage of the civil war amongst the sons of Shahjahan, the Jats again rose in arms and this rebellion finally culminated in establishment of sovereign Jat Kingdom under Raja Surajmal with Bharatpur its capital
4. Which among the following was a unit of Mughal Empire for the purpose of Administration and Revenue Collection?
[A] Paraganas
[B] Subahs
[C] Parautis
[D] Grama
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Correct Answer: B [Subahs]
Notes:
The subhas held the primary position of revenue collection among them and looked after revenue and finance, but kept an overview of all matters of expenditure and related departments recording all imperial orders and assigning duties.
5. Who among the following led a campaign against Warangal in 1309?
[A] Ala-ud-din Khilji
[B] Malik Kafur
[C] Bakhtiar Khilji,
[D] Mohmmad bin Tuglaq
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Correct Answer: B [Malik Kafur]
Notes:
In 1308, Malik Kafur had defeated the Yadavas, the neighbours of the Kakatiyas, and the Yadava king Ramachandra had become a vassal of Alauddin. According to the Delhi courtier Amir Khusrau, Alauddin ordered Malik Kafur to invade the Kakatiya kingdom on 31 October 1309.
6. In the administration of Allauddin Khilji who look after the Sahna-i-mandi (grain market) system?
[A] Malik Qabul
[B] Rais Parwani
[C] Malik Yakub
[D] Mubaraq Shah
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Correct Answer: A [Malik Qabul]
Notes:
Malik Qabul look after the Sahna-i-mandi (grain market) system in the reign of Allauddin Khilji.
7. In the administration of Allauddin Khilji, the ministry of commerce was organised by whom?
[A] Malik Qabul
[B] Rais Parwani
[C] Malik Yakub
[D] Khusru Malik
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Correct Answer: C [Malik Yakub]
Notes:
Diwan-i-Riyasat, the ministry of commerce, organised under Malik Yakub.
8. Who among the following Slave dynasty rulers belong to Ilabari tribe of the Turks?
[A] Qutb-ud-din Aibak
[B] Iltutmish
[C] Balban
[D] Ruknuddin Firoj
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Correct Answer: B [Iltutmish]
Notes:
Iltutmish was one of the slaves of Qutb-ud-din Aibak who later became his son-in-Law, was from the Ilabari tribe of the Turks. That’s why, some scholars call the slave dynasty as Ilabari dynasty.
9. Who among the following built the fort of Allahabad?
[A] Jahangir
[B] Humayun
[C] Akbar
[D] Babur
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Correct Answer: C [Akbar]
Notes:
In 1583 AD, the Allahabad Fort was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh . The fort stands on the banks of the Yamuna near its confluence with the river Ganges.
10. In context of Mughal administration, Loans to farmers was called
[A] takavi
[B] Diwan-i-Amir Kohi
[C] Diwan-i-Insha
[D] Mufti
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Correct Answer: A [takavi]
Notes:
In the Mughal administration, the farmers were given loans ( also called takavi) for the purchase of seeds and cattle.
