1

The Mughal emperor who imposed Jizya tax on non-Muslims was:

A

Akbar

B

Jahangir

C

Aurangzeb

D

Shah Jahan

E

Answer

C, Explanation: Aurangzeb, during his reign, reimposed the Jizya tax on non-Muslims, which had been abolished by Akbar. This policy was one of the measures Aurangzeb took to assert Islamic orthodoxy during his rule.

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2

Akbar's policy of Sulh-i-kul refers to:

A

Religious tolerance

B

Land revenue system

C

Military strategy

D

Trade reforms

E

Answer

A, Explanation: Sulh-i-kul, meaning "peace with all," was a policy of religious tolerance adopted by Akbar, the Mughal emperor. Under this policy, Akbar promoted harmony among different religious communities and sought to create a syncretic culture in his empire.

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3

The battle of Talikota in 1565 resulted in the decline of which empire in South India?

A

Chola Empire

B

Vijayanagara Empire

C

Hoysala Empire

D

Kakatiya Empire

E

Answer

B, Explanation: The battle of Talikota was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire and the Deccan Sultanates. The defeat of Vijayanagara in this battle led to the decline of the empire and paved the way for the fragmentation of South India.

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4

The Bhakti saint who composed the "Ardhanarishvara Stotram" and advocated the worship of Ardhanarishvara, the androgynous form of Shiva and Parvati, was:

A

Kabir

B

Guru Nanak

C

Mirabai

D

Basava

E

Answer

D, Explanation Basava, a 12th-century Bhakti saint from Karnataka, composed the "Ardhanarishvara Stotram" and advocated the worship of Ardhanarishvara, symbolizing the unity of male and female energies in the divine. He was a prominent figure in the Lingayat sect and promoted social equality and devotional worship.

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5

Which Mughal emperor initiated the Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic religion that attempted to blend elements of Islam and Hinduism?

A

Humayun

B

Akbar

C

Jahangir

D

Shah Jahan

E

Answer

B, Explanation: Akbar, during his reign (1556–1605), initiated the Din-i-Ilahi or the "Divine Faith," which aimed to create a syncretic religion blending elements of Islam, Hinduism, Christianity, and Zoroastrianism. However, this movement did not gain widespread acceptance and eventually faded away.

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6

Who among the following rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire is known for his naval expeditions to Southeast Asia and patronage of literature and arts?

A

Krishnadevaraya

B

Devaraya II

C

Achyuta Deva Raya

D

Bukka Raya I

E

Answer

A, Explanation: : Krishnadevaraya, one of the greatest rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire (1509–1529), was known for his naval expeditions to Southeast Asia, particularly to Malacca. He was also a patron of literature, arts, and architecture, with his reign considered a golden age for the Vijayanagara Empire.

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7

Who was the Sultan of Delhi Sultanate known for his market reforms, including the introduction of the "market control" system to stabilize prices?

A

Alauddin Khilji

B

Muhammad bin Tughlaq

C

Firuz Shah Tughlaq

D

Sikandar Lodi

E

Answer

A, Explanation: Alauddin Khilji, who ruled from 1296 to 1316, implemented various economic reforms to stabilize prices and control the economy. His market reforms included the introduction of the "market control" system, which involved fixing prices of essential commodities and regulating trade to prevent inflation and hoarding. Alauddin Khilji's policies aimed to ensure the welfare of his subjects and maintain stability within the empire.

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8

The Battle of Haldighati fought in 1576 was between:

A

Rana Pratap of Mewar and Akbar's forces

B

Shivaji and the Mughals

C

Babur and the Rajputs

D

Krishnadevaraya and the Deccan Sultanates

E

Answer

A, Explanation: The Battle of Haldighati was fought between the forces of Rana Pratap, the ruler of Mewar, and the Mughal forces led by Akbar's general, Man Singh I. It was a significant conflict in the history of Rajputana resistance against Mughal expansion.

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9

Which medieval Indian ruler is credited with the construction of the famous "Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra" mosque in Ajmer, Rajasthan?

A

Qutb-ud-din Aibak

B

Iltutmish

C

Alauddin Khilji

D

Muhammad Ghori

E

Answer

A, Explanation: Qutb-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, is credited with the construction of the "Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra" mosque in Ajmer. It was originally built as a Sanskrit college, but later converted into a mosque by Aibak.

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10

Which medieval Indian dynasty ruled over present-day Maharashtra, with their capital at Devagiri (modern-day Daulatabad), and was known for their patronage of arts, literature, and temple architecture?

A

Chola dynasty

B

Yadava dynasty

C

Pallava dynasty

D

Hoysala dynasty

E

Answer

B, Explanation: The Yadava dynasty ruled over present-day Maharashtra from the 12th to the 14th centuries, with their capital at Devagiri (modern-day Daulatabad). They were known for their patronage of arts, literature, and temple architecture, contributing significantly to the cultural heritage of the region.

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