[1] Which Rajput ruler drew up a set of tables called Zij Muham madshuhi to enable the people to make astronomical observations?
A.
Ajit Singih
B.
Raja Sawai Jai Singh
C.
Bhara Mal
D.
Man Singh
Ans:
Raja Sawai Jai Singh
Explanation :
The 'Zij Muhammad Shahi is a set of astronomical tables prepared under the direction of Jai Singh II and named after the Emperor, Muhammad Shah. It is notable for employing the use of telescopic observations. The ruler had complimented him (Sawai Jai Singh) for his knowledge of astronomy, as is evidenced from a paragraph of 'Zij-i- Muhammad Shahi' which Sawai Jai Singh had dedicated in the name of the ruler in the year 1728.
[2] Name the river on the banks of which the city of Vijayanagar is located.
A.
Kaveri
B.
Krishna
C.
Wainganga
D.
Tungabhadra
Ans:
Tungabhadra
Explanation :
Most of the city lies on the south bank of the Tungabhadra River. The city was built around the original religious centre of the Virupaksha temple at Hampi.
[3] The Bhakti cult spread in Maha rashtra with the teaching of -
A.
Sant Tukaram
B.
Sant Jnanesvar
C.
Samarth Guru Ramdas
D.
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
Ans:
Sant Jnanesvar
Explanation :
Saint Jnaneshwar was a 13th century Maharash trian Hindu saint, poet, philosopher and yogi of the Nath tradition whose works Bhavartha Deepika (a commentary on Bhagavad Gita, popularly known as "Dnyaneshwari"), and Amrutanubhav are considered to be milestones in Marathi literature. He strongly advocated devotion guided by knowledge.
[4] The remains of the Great Vijayanagar Empire can be found in -
A.
Bijapur
B.
Golconda
C.
Hampi
D.
Baroda
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Hampi is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as the Group of Monuments at Hampi.
[5] The Sultan who described him self as The Second Alexander (Sikander-i-Sani) was -
A.
Balbarn
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughlug
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khilji
Explanation :
Ala-ud-din Khilji described himself as the Second Alexander on his own. He dreamt of founding a world wide empire, which is depicted in his era's coinage.
[6] The largest standing army of the Sultanate, directly paid by the State, was created by -
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khalji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughluq
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khalji
Explanation :
Indian Army under Delhi Sultanate was heavily influenced by the foreign invasions. It was on the basis of such military strength that Alauddin Khaljie repelled the Mongols successfully. His military success was because of the creation of a large standing army directly recruited and paid by the state. He revoked all grants made by previous sultans, introduced price control covering almost the entire market and rationed the grain.
[7] Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a failure because -
A.
He was mad.
B.
He was not a practical statesman.
C.
He transferred the capital city
D.
He waged war with China.
Ans:
He was not a practical statesman.
Explanation :
Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a highly experimen tative ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Though sincere in his approach, he lacked far-sightedness required for administration. His plans were farfetched from reali ties and he was not a practical ruler.
[8] Find out the correct match of the following:
A.
Asaf Khan - Akbar
B.
Adam Khan - Akbar
C.
Bairam Khan - Akbar
D.
Shaista Khan - Akbar
Ans:
Bairam Khan - Akbar
Explanation :
Bairam Khan was an important military commander, general of the Mughal army, a powerful statesman and regent at the court of the Mughal emperors Humayun and Akbar. As Akbar's regent, he consolidated Mughal authority in northern India and most notablyled Mughal forces at the Second Battle of Panipat which was fought between Akbar and the Hindu king Hemu in 1556.
[9] Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in -
A.
1565 A.D.
B.
1575 A.D,
C.
1585 A.D.
D.
1570 A.D
Ans:
1565 A.D.
Explanation :
Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the combined armies of Bahmani sultans and Vijayanagara Empire. Bahmani sultans inflicted a crushing defeat on the Vijayanagara armies, Rama Raya was captured and beheaded.
[10] Who amongst the following succeeded Aurangzeb?
A.
Azam
B.
Kam Baksh
C.
Akbar II
D.
Mauzzam
Ans:
Mauzzam
Explanation :
In the war of succession that followed the death of Aurangzeb in 1707, Prince Muazzam, came out to be successful and ascended the throne under the nameb Bahadur Shah.
[11] The famous Sun Temple at Konark was built by -
A.
Prataparudra
B.
Anantavarman
C.
Narasimha-I
D.
Narasimha-II
Ans:
Narasimha-I
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
The 'Zij Muhammad Shahi is a set of astronomical tables prepared under the direction of Jai Singh II and named after the Emperor, Muhammad Shah. It is notable for employing the use of telescopic observations. The ruler had complimented him (Sawai Jai Singh) for his knowledge of astronomy, as is evidenced from a paragraph of 'Zij-i- Muhammad Shahi' which Sawai Jai Singh had dedicated in the name of the ruler in the year 1728.
[2] Name the river on the banks of which the city of Vijayanagar is located.
A.
Kaveri
B.
Krishna
C.
Wainganga
D.
Tungabhadra
Ans:
Tungabhadra
Explanation :
Most of the city lies on the south bank of the Tungabhadra River. The city was built around the original religious centre of the Virupaksha temple at Hampi.
[3] The Bhakti cult spread in Maha rashtra with the teaching of -
A.
Sant Tukaram
B.
Sant Jnanesvar
C.
Samarth Guru Ramdas
D.
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
Ans:
Sant Jnanesvar
Explanation :
Saint Jnaneshwar was a 13th century Maharash trian Hindu saint, poet, philosopher and yogi of the Nath tradition whose works Bhavartha Deepika (a commentary on Bhagavad Gita, popularly known as "Dnyaneshwari"), and Amrutanubhav are considered to be milestones in Marathi literature. He strongly advocated devotion guided by knowledge.
[4] The remains of the Great Vijayanagar Empire can be found in -
A.
Bijapur
B.
Golconda
C.
Hampi
D.
Baroda
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Hampi is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as the Group of Monuments at Hampi.
[5] The Sultan who described him self as The Second Alexander (Sikander-i-Sani) was -
A.
Balbarn
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughlug
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khilji
Explanation :
Ala-ud-din Khilji described himself as the Second Alexander on his own. He dreamt of founding a world wide empire, which is depicted in his era's coinage.
[6] The largest standing army of the Sultanate, directly paid by the State, was created by -
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khalji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughluq
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khalji
Explanation :
Indian Army under Delhi Sultanate was heavily influenced by the foreign invasions. It was on the basis of such military strength that Alauddin Khaljie repelled the Mongols successfully. His military success was because of the creation of a large standing army directly recruited and paid by the state. He revoked all grants made by previous sultans, introduced price control covering almost the entire market and rationed the grain.
[7] Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a failure because -
A.
He was mad.
B.
He was not a practical statesman.
C.
He transferred the capital city
D.
He waged war with China.
Ans:
He was not a practical statesman.
Explanation :
Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a highly experimen tative ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Though sincere in his approach, he lacked far-sightedness required for administration. His plans were farfetched from reali ties and he was not a practical ruler.
[8] Find out the correct match of the following:
A.
Asaf Khan - Akbar
B.
Adam Khan - Akbar
C.
Bairam Khan - Akbar
D.
Shaista Khan - Akbar
Ans:
Bairam Khan - Akbar
Explanation :
Bairam Khan was an important military commander, general of the Mughal army, a powerful statesman and regent at the court of the Mughal emperors Humayun and Akbar. As Akbar's regent, he consolidated Mughal authority in northern India and most notablyled Mughal forces at the Second Battle of Panipat which was fought between Akbar and the Hindu king Hemu in 1556.
[9] Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in -
A.
1565 A.D.
B.
1575 A.D,
C.
1585 A.D.
D.
1570 A.D
Ans:
1565 A.D.
Explanation :
Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the combined armies of Bahmani sultans and Vijayanagara Empire. Bahmani sultans inflicted a crushing defeat on the Vijayanagara armies, Rama Raya was captured and beheaded.
[10] Who amongst the following succeeded Aurangzeb?
A.
Azam
B.
Kam Baksh
C.
Akbar II
D.
Mauzzam
Ans:
Mauzzam
Explanation :
In the war of succession that followed the death of Aurangzeb in 1707, Prince Muazzam, came out to be successful and ascended the throne under the nameb Bahadur Shah.
[11] The famous Sun Temple at Konark was built by -
A.
Prataparudra
B.
Anantavarman
C.
Narasimha-I
D.
Narasimha-II
Ans:
Narasimha-I
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Saint Jnaneshwar was a 13th century Maharash trian Hindu saint, poet, philosopher and yogi of the Nath tradition whose works Bhavartha Deepika (a commentary on Bhagavad Gita, popularly known as "Dnyaneshwari"), and Amrutanubhav are considered to be milestones in Marathi literature. He strongly advocated devotion guided by knowledge.
[4] The remains of the Great Vijayanagar Empire can be found in -
A.
Bijapur
B.
Golconda
C.
Hampi
D.
Baroda
Ans:
Hampi
Explanation :
Hampi is located within the ruins of Vijayanagara the former capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagara, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as the Group of Monuments at Hampi.
[5] The Sultan who described him self as The Second Alexander (Sikander-i-Sani) was -
A.
Balbarn
B.
Alauddin Khilji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughlug
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khilji
Explanation :
Ala-ud-din Khilji described himself as the Second Alexander on his own. He dreamt of founding a world wide empire, which is depicted in his era's coinage.
[6] The largest standing army of the Sultanate, directly paid by the State, was created by -
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khalji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughluq
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khalji
Explanation :
Indian Army under Delhi Sultanate was heavily influenced by the foreign invasions. It was on the basis of such military strength that Alauddin Khaljie repelled the Mongols successfully. His military success was because of the creation of a large standing army directly recruited and paid by the state. He revoked all grants made by previous sultans, introduced price control covering almost the entire market and rationed the grain.
[7] Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a failure because -
A.
He was mad.
B.
He was not a practical statesman.
C.
He transferred the capital city
D.
He waged war with China.
Ans:
He was not a practical statesman.
Explanation :
Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a highly experimen tative ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Though sincere in his approach, he lacked far-sightedness required for administration. His plans were farfetched from reali ties and he was not a practical ruler.
[8] Find out the correct match of the following:
A.
Asaf Khan - Akbar
B.
Adam Khan - Akbar
C.
Bairam Khan - Akbar
D.
Shaista Khan - Akbar
Ans:
Bairam Khan - Akbar
Explanation :
Bairam Khan was an important military commander, general of the Mughal army, a powerful statesman and regent at the court of the Mughal emperors Humayun and Akbar. As Akbar's regent, he consolidated Mughal authority in northern India and most notablyled Mughal forces at the Second Battle of Panipat which was fought between Akbar and the Hindu king Hemu in 1556.
[9] Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in -
A.
1565 A.D.
B.
1575 A.D,
C.
1585 A.D.
D.
1570 A.D
Ans:
1565 A.D.
Explanation :
Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the combined armies of Bahmani sultans and Vijayanagara Empire. Bahmani sultans inflicted a crushing defeat on the Vijayanagara armies, Rama Raya was captured and beheaded.
[10] Who amongst the following succeeded Aurangzeb?
A.
Azam
B.
Kam Baksh
C.
Akbar II
D.
Mauzzam
Ans:
Mauzzam
Explanation :
In the war of succession that followed the death of Aurangzeb in 1707, Prince Muazzam, came out to be successful and ascended the throne under the nameb Bahadur Shah.
[11] The famous Sun Temple at Konark was built by -
A.
Prataparudra
B.
Anantavarman
C.
Narasimha-I
D.
Narasimha-II
Ans:
Narasimha-I
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Ala-ud-din Khilji described himself as the Second Alexander on his own. He dreamt of founding a world wide empire, which is depicted in his era's coinage.
[6] The largest standing army of the Sultanate, directly paid by the State, was created by -
A.
Iltutmish
B.
Alauddin Khalji
C.
Muhammad bin Tughluq
D.
Sikander Lodi
Ans:
Alauddin Khalji
Explanation :
Indian Army under Delhi Sultanate was heavily influenced by the foreign invasions. It was on the basis of such military strength that Alauddin Khaljie repelled the Mongols successfully. His military success was because of the creation of a large standing army directly recruited and paid by the state. He revoked all grants made by previous sultans, introduced price control covering almost the entire market and rationed the grain.
[7] Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a failure because -
A.
He was mad.
B.
He was not a practical statesman.
C.
He transferred the capital city
D.
He waged war with China.
Ans:
He was not a practical statesman.
Explanation :
Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a highly experimen tative ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Though sincere in his approach, he lacked far-sightedness required for administration. His plans were farfetched from reali ties and he was not a practical ruler.
[8] Find out the correct match of the following:
A.
Asaf Khan - Akbar
B.
Adam Khan - Akbar
C.
Bairam Khan - Akbar
D.
Shaista Khan - Akbar
Ans:
Bairam Khan - Akbar
Explanation :
Bairam Khan was an important military commander, general of the Mughal army, a powerful statesman and regent at the court of the Mughal emperors Humayun and Akbar. As Akbar's regent, he consolidated Mughal authority in northern India and most notablyled Mughal forces at the Second Battle of Panipat which was fought between Akbar and the Hindu king Hemu in 1556.
[9] Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in -
A.
1565 A.D.
B.
1575 A.D,
C.
1585 A.D.
D.
1570 A.D
Ans:
1565 A.D.
Explanation :
Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the combined armies of Bahmani sultans and Vijayanagara Empire. Bahmani sultans inflicted a crushing defeat on the Vijayanagara armies, Rama Raya was captured and beheaded.
[10] Who amongst the following succeeded Aurangzeb?
A.
Azam
B.
Kam Baksh
C.
Akbar II
D.
Mauzzam
Ans:
Mauzzam
Explanation :
In the war of succession that followed the death of Aurangzeb in 1707, Prince Muazzam, came out to be successful and ascended the throne under the nameb Bahadur Shah.
[11] The famous Sun Temple at Konark was built by -
A.
Prataparudra
B.
Anantavarman
C.
Narasimha-I
D.
Narasimha-II
Ans:
Narasimha-I
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Mohammad-bin- Tughlaq was a highly experimen tative ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Though sincere in his approach, he lacked far-sightedness required for administration. His plans were farfetched from reali ties and he was not a practical ruler.
[8] Find out the correct match of the following:
A.
Asaf Khan - Akbar
B.
Adam Khan - Akbar
C.
Bairam Khan - Akbar
D.
Shaista Khan - Akbar
Ans:
Bairam Khan - Akbar
Explanation :
Bairam Khan was an important military commander, general of the Mughal army, a powerful statesman and regent at the court of the Mughal emperors Humayun and Akbar. As Akbar's regent, he consolidated Mughal authority in northern India and most notablyled Mughal forces at the Second Battle of Panipat which was fought between Akbar and the Hindu king Hemu in 1556.
[9] Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in -
A.
1565 A.D.
B.
1575 A.D,
C.
1585 A.D.
D.
1570 A.D
Ans:
1565 A.D.
Explanation :
Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the combined armies of Bahmani sultans and Vijayanagara Empire. Bahmani sultans inflicted a crushing defeat on the Vijayanagara armies, Rama Raya was captured and beheaded.
[10] Who amongst the following succeeded Aurangzeb?
A.
Azam
B.
Kam Baksh
C.
Akbar II
D.
Mauzzam
Ans:
Mauzzam
Explanation :
In the war of succession that followed the death of Aurangzeb in 1707, Prince Muazzam, came out to be successful and ascended the throne under the nameb Bahadur Shah.
[11] The famous Sun Temple at Konark was built by -
A.
Prataparudra
B.
Anantavarman
C.
Narasimha-I
D.
Narasimha-II
Ans:
Narasimha-I
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Famous Battle of Talikota was fought in 1565 between the combined armies of Bahmani sultans and Vijayanagara Empire. Bahmani sultans inflicted a crushing defeat on the Vijayanagara armies, Rama Raya was captured and beheaded.
[10] Who amongst the following succeeded Aurangzeb?
A.
Azam
B.
Kam Baksh
C.
Akbar II
D.
Mauzzam
Ans:
Mauzzam
Explanation :
In the war of succession that followed the death of Aurangzeb in 1707, Prince Muazzam, came out to be successful and ascended the throne under the nameb Bahadur Shah.
[11] The famous Sun Temple at Konark was built by -
A.
Prataparudra
B.
Anantavarman
C.
Narasimha-I
D.
Narasimha-II
Ans:
Narasimha-I
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Konark Sun Temple is a 13th-century Sun Temple (also known as the Black Pagoda), at Konark, in Odisha. It was supposedly built by king Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty around 1250.
[12] The tomb of Jahangir was built at -
A.
Gujarat
B.
Delhi
C.
Lahore
D.
Agra
Ans:
Lahore
Explanation :
The Tomb of Jahangir is located in Shahadra Bagh in Lahore, Pakistan. The tomb, along with the adjacent Akbari Sarai and the tomb of Asif Khan, is on the tentative list as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
[13] Who among the following Sultans tried to prohibit sati?
A.
Alauddin Khilji
B.
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
C.
Jalauddin Khilji
D.
Firoz Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad Bin Tughlaq
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
The earliest known attempt by a ruler to stop the practice of Sati took place during the rule of Muhammad Tughlaq in the 14th century. His policy toward the Hindus was conciliatory, and he had tried to in troduce social reforms, such as the abolition of sati.
[14] In which of the Round Table Conference Mahatma Gandhi participated?
A.
First Round Table Conference, 1930
B.
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
C.
Third Round Table Conference 1932
D.
All of the above
Ans:
Second Round Table Conference, 1931
Explanation :
Gandhi represented Indian National Congress at the Second Roundtable Conference that opened in London on September 7, 1931. Gandhi's participation at the conference was facilitated by a prior settlement between him and Viceroy Lord Irwin known as the Gandhi-Irwin Pact. The Congress had boycotted the first conference.
[15] Todar Mal, the brilliant revenue officer served under -
A.
Sher Shah
B.
Bhagwan Das
C.
Humayun
D.
Baz Bahadur
Ans:
Sher Shah
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Before serving Akbar, Todar Mal worked under Sher Shah Suri. He started his career from the humble position of a writer but slowly moved up the ranks when the Sher Shah Suri, committed him to the charge of building a new fort of Rohtas in Punjab. After the Sur dynasty was overthrown by the Mughals, he joined Akbar's court.
[16] Who applied the concept of guerrilla warfare in India in 17th Century?
A.
Shivaji
B.
Sher Shah Suri
C.
Genghis Khan
D.
Maharana Pratap
Ans:
Shivaji
Explanation :
Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is regarded as the first to use guerrilla warfare in its modern form in India.he started guerrilla warfare against the Mughals and other powers in 1645 leading to establishment of the Maratha state in 1674. Shivaji perfected the art of evasion, retreat and counterattack and made the Mughal army pay a heavy price for attacking him.
[17] was the first Muslim ruler of Delhi.
A.
Akbar
B.
Shahjahan
C.
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
D.
Ala-ud-din Khilji
Ans:
Qutub-ud-din-Aibak
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Qutb-ud-din Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad Ghori, was the first sultan of Delhi. He founded the Mamluk Dynasty or Slave Dynasty that was the first of five unrelated dynasties to rule India's Delhi Sultanate from 1206 to 1290. He ruled from 1206 to 1210 A.D.
[18] Where in India was the first French factory established?
A.
Surat
B.
Pondicherry
C.
Chandannagore
D.
Masulipatnam
Ans:
Surat
Explanation :
In 1667, under Francis Caron, the French East India Company sent out an expedition, under the command of François Caron which reached Surat in 1668 and established the first French factory in India. The second French factory was established at Masulipattanam in 1668.
[19] The silver coin 'tanka' was intro duced by -
A.
Qutubuddin Aibak
B.
Iltutmish
C.
Balban
D.
Bahram Khan
Ans:
Iltutmish
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Iltutmish introduced Silver Tanka and Copper Jital, the two coins of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmislh was the first to introduce a "Pure Arabic Coin" iIndia.The Tanka held its place until it was succeeded by the Rupia of Sher Shah Suri and Akbar and the Rupee of the present day.
[20] Who was the first Englishman to appear in the Mughal Court during Jahangir's reign?
A.
Paul Canning
B.
Captain William Hawkins
C.
William Edward
D.
Ralph Fitch
Ans:
Captain William Hawkins
Explanation :
Captain William Hawkins was the first English man to appear in the Mughal court during the reign of Jehangir in April 1609. He was well received by Jehangir in spite of the opposition of the Jesuit Fr. Pinheiro who represented the Portuguese interests at the Mughal court. Jahangir called him "English Khan who was able to persuade the emperor to grant a commission for an English factory at Surat.
[21] The Grand Trunk Road built by Sher Shah Suri connects:
A.
Agra-Punjab
B.
Punjab-East Bengal
C.
Lahore-East Bengal
D.
Multan-Agra
Ans:
Lahore-East Bengal
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
The Grand Trunk Road of Sher Shah Suri runs from Chittagong, Bangladesh, west to Howrah, West Bengal in India, then across Northern India through Delhi, passing from Amritsar to Lahore in Pakistan further up to Kabul in Afghanistan.
[22] Who is called as the "Prince of Moneyers"?
A.
Ibrahim Lodhi
B.
Babar
C.
Akbar
D.
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Ans:
Mohammad-Bin-Tughlaq
Explanation :
Muhammad-bin-Tughlaq carried out several monetary experiments and has been called a Prince of Moneyers'. In 1329-30, he introduced token currency under which copper and brass coins were to have the same value as silver coins. The idea failed as he had done nothing to curb its private and unauthorized issue and thus every house became a mint.
[23] Who among the following Mughal rulers banned music and dance?
A.
Babar
B.
Humayun
C.
Aurangzeb
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Aurangzeb
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Aurangzeb disliked music and banned any form of music or dance in his kingdom in 1668. He was a imple man and devout Muslim who led a simple life. Officials were empowered to break musical instruments if anywhere they heard the sound of music. Musicians and dancers who gave up their profession were given allowances by the Emperor.
[24] Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitamanas during the reign of -
A.
Krishnadeva Raya
B.
Akbar
C.
Rama Raya
D.
Jehangir
Ans:
Akbar
Explanation :
Tulsidas wrote Shri Ram-Charit-Manas during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar. Tulsidas started writing this greatest Hindu 'Granth on the birth day of Lord Shree Ram, i.e. Chaitra Navmi (9th day of Hindu month Chaitra) in year 1574. The life span of Akbar is 1556- 1605.
[25] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
A.
Zeb-un-Nissa
B.
Fatima Begum
C.
Mehr-un-Nissa
D.
Jahanara
Ans:
Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.
Explanation :
Nur Jahan was born as Mehr-un-Nissa. She was Empress of the Mughal Empire as the consort of Emperor Jahangir.