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 among the following rulers of Delhi Sultanate declared himself as Sikandar-I-Sani?
[A] Balban
[B] Kaiqubad
[C] Alauddin Khilji
[D] Firoz Tughlaq
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Correct Answer: C [Alauddin Khilji]
Notes:
Alauddin Khilji was a militarist and imperialist to the core. He was very ambitious. Alauddin, whose original name was Ali Gurshap, assumed the title Sikandar-i-Sani (Alexander the Second) and proclaimed Delhi as Dar-ul-Khilafa (Seat of the Caliphate).
2. In which of the following forts Jahangir Mahal is located?
[A] Lahore Fort
[B] Agra Fort
[C] Red Fort
[D] Golconda Fort
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Correct Answer: B [Agra Fort]
Notes:
Jahangir Mahal, a part of the famous Agra Fort, was built by Emperor Akbar as a residence for his son Jahangir. Exhibiting a blend of Central Asian and Indian architectural styles, it was an illustrative example of how Mughal architecture influenced traditional Rajput styles. Primarily used by the Rajput wives of Akbar, the palace is an important point of interest in Agra Fort, reflecting Akbar’s strategy of alliance with Rajputs via matrimonial alliances.
3. The rulers of Bahmani kingdom encouraged the development of art and architecture in the form of cities, buildings, mosques and fortresses. The incorrect statement in this context is:
[A] The city of Hyderabad was founded by Ibrahim Adil Shah of Bijapur.
[B] Gol Gumbaz of Bijapur, the mausoleum of Mohammad Adil Shah is the largest dome.
[C] The Char Minar of Hyderabad was built by Mohammad Quli Qutb Shah of Golkunda.
[D] Mahmud Gawan built a college at Bidar.
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Correct Answer: A [The city of Hyderabad was founded by Ibrahim Adil Shah of Bijapur.]
Notes:
Hyderabad was established in 1591 AD on the banks of the Musi River on the northern tip of the Deccan Plateau by Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah.
4. Gadyanam is the name of ——-coins issued by Kakatiyas?
[A] Silver
[B] Copper
[C] Gold
[D] Lead
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Correct Answer: C [Gold]
Notes:The Kakatiya issued coins in metals like Gold, Silver, Copper and lead.
- The Gold coins were known as Gadyanam or Mada
- The Silver coins were known as “Rukalu” (10 Rukalu= 1 Mada)
The Kakatiya coins were engraved in Nandinagari script, which is sister of Devnagari script.
5. Which among the following markets were introduced by Allauddin Khilji?
[A] Sahna-i-mandi and Sarai Adl
[B] Market for slaves
[C] Market for horses and cattle
[D] All of the above
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Correct Answer: D [All of the above]
Notes:
In context of the economic reforms of Allauddin Khilji, he introduced three types of markets viz. Sahna-i-mandi (grain market), Sarai Adl (cloth and groceries market) and Market for horses, cattle and slaves.
6. In context of Maratha Land revenue system, Chauth was collected on how much of the land revenue?
[A] 1/3
[B] 1/4
[C] 1/5
[D] 1/6
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Correct Answer: B [1/4]
Notes:
In context of Maratha Land revenue system, Chauth was 1/4th i.e 25% of the land revenue was paid to the Marathas. It was collected from those territories which were not under direct control of Marathas.
7. Who among the following authors wrote “Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shah”?
[A] Yahaya bin Ahmed Sirhindi
[B] Firoz Shah Tughlaq
[C] Ziauddin Barni
[D] Shams i Siraj Afif
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Correct Answer: A [Yahaya bin Ahmed Sirhindi]
Notes:
On the history of the Sayyid dynasty (1414-1451 AD), “Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shah” is the only contemporary source discovered so
far. It was written by Yahaya bin Ahmed Sirhindi.The book begins with the rise of the Ghori dynasty and the conquest of the northern India by the turks.
8. The autobiography of Babur was translated into Persian by whom ?
[A] Abdur Rahim
[B] Abul Fazl
[C] Babur
[D] Faizi
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Correct Answer: A [Abdur Rahim]
Notes:
During the reign of Akbar, Tujuk-i-Babri was completely translated to Persian by a Mughal courtier, Abdul Rahim Khane khana and named it Baburnama.
Tuzuk -i-Baburi ( or Baburnama) was the autobiography of Babur, the founder of Mughal empire in India. It was written in Turki, in which he gave an excellent account of India and his empire.
9. In which year did Emperor Akbar invade the Chittorgarh Fort?
[A] 1568
[B] 1569
[C] 1570
[D] 1571
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Correct Answer: A [1568]
Notes:
Akbar invaded the Chittorgarh Fort in the year 1568. Chittorgarh Fort in Rajasthan is one of the largest forts in India and a UNESCO World Heritage site. At this time, third Jauhar at Chittor took place. Though, Rana Udai Singh II and the royal family of Mewar escaped before the capture of the fort and moved to the foothills of Aravalli range where Rana Udai Singh founded the new city, Udaipur.
10. The book “Maasri-i-Jahangiri” was written by whom?
[A] Kamgar Khan
[B] Khafi Khan
[C] Inyat Khan
[D] Mutamid Khan
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Correct Answer: A [Kamgar Khan]
Notes:
The book Maasri-i-Jahangiri was written by Mirza Kamgar Husaini. Kamgar Khan is also credited as the author of the book. Maasri-i-Jahangiri was written in 1714.
