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. Who wrote the Mahzarnama, or Infallibility Decree, issued by Akbar in 1579 A.D. to assert his authority in religious matters?
[A] Birbal
[B] Faizi
[C] Abul Fazl
[D] Tansen
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Correct Answer: B [Faizi]
Notes:
Faizi, the elder brother of Akbar’s famous courtier Abul Fazl, wrote the Mahzarnama in 1579 A.D. This decree was a significant step by Akbar towards establishing his absolute control over religious matters, thereby curbing the dominance of Ulema – the leading Islamic scholars. It augmented Akbar’s secular policies and contributed to the syncretic culture during his reign.
2. Who was the Qazi-ul-Quzat in the Mughal Empire?
[A] Head of the Finance Department
[B] Censor of Public Morals
[C] Supreme Authority in Justice
[D] Head of Charitable Organizations
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Correct Answer: C [Supreme Authority in Justice]
Notes:
During the era of the Mughal Empire, the “Qazi-ul-Quzat” served as the Supreme Authority in Justice. With the extensive nature of the empire, it was arduous for the emperor to oversee all matters related to justice. Hence, Qazi-ul-Quzat was appointed for this significant role and was responsible for administering justice based on Muslim Law.
3. During the Delhi Sultanate, who among the following were called the Barids?
[A] Craftsmen
[B] Bodyguards of the Sultan
[C] Officer-in-charge of state exchequer
[D] The spy / news reporters
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Correct Answer: D [The spy / news reporters]
Notes:
Barid-i-mumalik was the head of the information and intelligence department. Only a nobleman who enjoyed the fullest confidence of Sultan was appointed the chief barid. The Barid-i-Mumalik had to keep information of all that was happening in the Sultanate
4. In which year Mohd. Ghori attacked first in India on Multan?
[A] 1172 A.D
[B] 1175 A.D
[C] 1185 A.D
[D] 1190 A.D
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Correct Answer: B [1175 A.D]
Notes:
Muhammad Ghori led a series of the campaigns in India. He began with Multan in 1175 against a Muslim ruler and got victorious.
5. Moti Masjid was built in Red Fort by which of the following Mughal Emperor?
[A] Shahjahan
[B] Aurangazeb
[C] Shah Aalam II
[D] Akbar
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Correct Answer: B [Aurangazeb]
Notes:
Moti Masjid is a mosque built in Red Fort. It was built by Aurangzeb in 1659 for his second wife. It was used by the ladies of the Zenana.
6. Who translated Baburnama from chagtai to Persian?
[A] Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana
[B] Abul Fazal
[C] Khawaja Reazuddin Atash
[D] Humayun
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Correct Answer: A [Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana]
Notes:
Babur has written his biography i.e. Baburnama which is also known as Tuzk-e Babri. Babur and Jahangir are the only two emperors of Mughal Empire who wrote their own biographies. Baburnama is also known to be the first true autobiography in the Islamic literature. Baburnama was written in Chagatai Turkic, which was Babur’s mother tongue. It was translated into Persian by Abdul Rahim Khan-I-Khana. He was son of Bairam khan.
7. In context of administrative reforms of Allauddin Khilji, military department was known as
[A] Diwan-i-Mustakhraj
[B] Shahna-i-Mandi
[C] Diwan-i-Arz
[D] Diwan-i-Riyasat
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Correct Answer: C [Diwan-i-Arz]
Notes:
In the reign of Allauddin Khilji, the military department was known as “Diwan-i-Arz” and it was headed by Ariz-i-Mumalik. Ariz-i-Mumalik was responsible for organization and maintenance of the royal army. The review of the army and branding of the horses was also done by him.
8. 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.
9. As per Balban ( Slave dynasty ruler) who comes next to prophet ?
[A] Chalisa
[B] King
[C] Queen
[D] Nobles
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Correct Answer: B [King]
Notes:
According to Balban, King comes next to Prophet .
10. What was the ruling period of Muhammad Bin Tughluq as Sultan of Delhi Sultanate?
[A] 1351-1371 AD
[B] 1330-1351 AD
[C] 1325-1351 AD
[D] 1320-1325 AD
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Correct Answer: C [1325-1351 AD]
Notes:
The ruling period of Muhammad Bin Tughluq as Sultan of Delhi Sultanate was from 1325-1351 AD.
