Multiple Choice Quiz Questions (MCQ’s) on Medieval History General Knowledge with answers and explanation for interview, IAS, State PSC, SSC, and other similar competitive examinations, and entrance tests.
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#1. Which of the following was a saint of the Bhakti movement in Bengal
Chaitanya Mahaprabhu was an ascetic Hindu monk and social reformer in 16th century Bengal.
#2. Who was the founder of Sunga dynasty?
The dynasty was established by Pushyamitra Shunga, after the fall of the Maurya Empire.
#3. A lot of details regarding the village administration under the Cholas is provided by the inscriptions at
A lot of details regarding the village administration under the Cholas is provided by the inscriptions at Uttaramerur
#4. The dynasty that excelled itself as a naval power was that of
The dynasty that excelled itself as a naval power was that of Cholas
#5. Who united all the Sikhs and founded a kingdom in Punjab?
The Sikh Empire (also Sikh Khalsa Raj or Sarkar-i Khalsa) was a state originating in the Indian subcontinent, formed under the leadership of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, who established a secular empire based in the Punjab.
#6. The capital of the kingdom of Maharaja Ranjit Singh was.
In July 1799 he seized Lahore, the capital of the Punjab (now the capital of Punjab province, Pakistan). The Afghan king, Zamān Shah, confirmed Ranjit Singh as governor of the city, but in 1801 Ranjit Singh proclaimed himself maharaja of the Punjab
#7. The Mughal Empire in India was founded by
He confronted and defeated Lodhi in 1526 at the first battle of Panipat, and so came to establish the Mughal Empire in India. Babar ruled until 1530, and was succeeded by his son Humayun.
#8. Revenue system during Akbars reign was in the hands of
Raja Todar Mal, as finance minister of Akbar, introduced a new system of revenue known as zabt and a system of taxation called dahshala.
#9. Who among the following Mughals rulers introduced Rajput patrons in the administration of his empire?
Akbar introduced Rajput patrons in the administration of his empire.
#10. Who invented Din – I – Ilahi?
The Dīn-i Ilāhī (Persian: دين إله, lit. “Religion of God“) or Divine Faith was a syncretic religion propounded by the Mughal emperor Akbar in 1582, intending to merge some of the elements of the religions of his empire, and thereby reconcile the differences that divided his subjects.
#11. The first Mughal Emperor To issue a fireman in favour of the British to open a factory at Surat was
In 1615, Sir Thomas Roe, an English emissary of King James I reached out to the court of the then Mughal emperor Jahangir (1605-1627), in order to get a farman to establish a factory at Surat.
#12. The Sikh Khalsa was founded by.
The Khalsa tradition was initiated in 1699 by the last living Guru of Sikhism, Guru Gobind Singh. Its formation was a key event in the history of Sikhism. The founding of Khalsa is celebrated by Sikhs during the festival of Vaisakhi.
#13. Sikh Guru Arjun Dev Was killed during the reign of.
On June 16, 1606, Guru Arjan died after being tortured for five days by the Mughal government led by Emperor Jahangir.
#14. Which Mughal ruler was the most secular in outlook?
Akbar was Mughal ruler the most secular in outlook
#15. Who among the following was regarded as “Zinda Pir”?
Aurangzeb was called “Zinda Pir”or “Living Saint ” in Mughal India.
#16. Who installed the chain of justice?
Mughal Emperor Jahangir was well known for his innovative policy of the ‘Chain of Justice’. According to legends, Jahangir had placed a long golden chain with bells on his palace wall.
#17. Where did Babur die?
Babur died in Agra at the age of 47 on 5 January [O.S. 26 December 1530] 1531 and was succeeded by his eldest son, Humayun.
#18. The Bone of contention between the Shah of Persia and the Mughals was the control of.
The Bone of contention between the Shah of Persia and the Mughals was the control of Kandhar
#19. Sher Shah made revenue settlement with
After a careful and proper survey of the lands, he settled the land revenue directly with the cultivators, the State demand being fixed at one-fourth or one-third of the average produce, payable in kind or cash.
#20. Guru Gobind Singh was born at the place situated near.
Gobind Rai 22 December 1666 Patna Sahib (Present day Patna, Bihar, India)
#21. Guru Gobind Singh sent Banda Bahadur to Punjab
Guru Gobind Singh had sent Banda Bahadur to Punjab to crush the enemies of Khalsa.
#22. What was the capital of Shivaji Kingdom?
Rajgad (literal meaning Ruling Fort) is a hill fort situated in the Pune district of Maharashtra, India. Formerly known as Murumdev, the fort was the capital of the Maratha Empire under the rule of Shivaji for almost 26 years, after which the capital was moved to the Raigad Fort.
#23. The beginning of the British Political sway over India can be traced to the battle of.
The beginning of the British Political sway over India can be traced to the battle of Plassey
#24. The First Europeans to come to India were.
Portuguese explorer Vasco de Gama becomes the first European to reach India via the Atlantic Ocean when he arrives at Calicut on the Malabar Coast.
#25. The tax collected by Marathas was known as.
Chauth (from Sanskrit meaning one-fourth) was a regular tax or tribute imposed, from early 18th century, by the Maratha Empire in the Indian subcontinent. It was an annual tax nominally levied at 25% on revenue or produce, hence the name. It was levied on the lands which were under nominal Mughal rule.