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 defeated Muhammad Ghori near Mount Abu?
[A] Bhimdev Solanki II
[B] Vijaya Dev
[C] Bhimdev Solanki I
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: A [Bhimdev Solanki II]
Notes:
Bhimdev Solanki II is famous for opposing the invasions of Muhammad Ghori. His most significant victory over Ghori was near Mount Abu around 1178 AD. This historical event denotes the valor of Bhimdev and his determined efforts in halting the expansion of Ghori. The Solanki dynasty, also known as the Chalukyas of Gujarat, is renowned for its bravery and resistance against foreign invasions.
2. Areas of which of the following current states did not come under control of Vijayanagar emperor Krishnadeva Raya?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Odisha
[D] Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: D [ Maharashtra ]
Notes:
Vijayanagar emperor Krishnadeva Raya (1509-1529) was a statesman, administrator and patron of arts. He united almost south India by bringing areas of modern Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, parts of Kerala and Odisha under his control.
3. During the reign of Devaraya II which of the following famous temples were built in Vijaynagar empire?
[A] Hampi
[B] Hazura
[C] Belgaum
[D] None of them
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Correct Answer: B [Hazura]
Notes:
Hazura was built by Devaraya II which is one of the famous temple in the VIjaynagar empire. The greatest of the Sangama dynasty rulers, Devaraya II was an able administrator, an ambitious warrior and a man of letters.
4. 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
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. In which year , after defeating Jaypala, Mahmud of Ghazni proceeded to Gujarat where he destroyed the temple of Somnath?
[A] 900 A.D
[B] 935 A.D
[C] 1025 A.D
[D] 810 A.D
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Correct Answer: C [1025 A.D]
Notes:
In 1025, during the reign of Bhima I, the Turkic Muslim ruler Mahmud of Ghazni raided Gujarat. He raided Somnath temple and breaking its jyotirlinga. He took away a booty of 20 million.
7. Who among the following introduced Kabuliyat and Patta?
[A] Babur
[B] Shershah
[C] Akbar
[D] Shahjahan
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Correct Answer: B [Shershah]
Notes:
Pathan Sultan Sher Shah Suri (1540 – 1545) measured and classified the land in terms of the produce and introduced Kabuliyat and Patta as instruments of settlement. During Akbar’s time, Todarmal made some reforms to that system and the whole empire was divided into Suba, Sarkar, Pargana and Mahal.
8. Which among the following Mughal Emperor was also known as “Ali Gauhar”?
[A] Bahadur Shah Zafar
[B] Shah Aalam II
[C] Muhammad shah
[D] Aurangzeb
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Correct Answer: B [Shah Aalam II]
Notes:
Ali Gohar is known as Shah Alam II. He was the sixteenth Mughal Emperor and the son of Alamgir II. Shah Alam II became the emperor of a crumbling Mughal empire.
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. Alauddin Khilji attacked and captured Chittorgarh in Mewar, Rajasthan and changed its’ name as__:
[A] Khizarabad
[B] Mevabad
[C] Khilijabad
[D] Khasirabad
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Correct Answer: A [Khizarabad ]
Notes:
In 1303, Alauddin Khilji attacked and captured Chittorgarh in Mewar, Rajasthan. Khizr khan, the eldest son of Alauddin Khilji, was made the governor of Chittor and on his name Chittor was renamed as Khizrabad.