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Recent MCQs

Which of the following best describes the primary difference between the Early Vedic and Later Vedic periods?

  1. Shift from nomadic pastoralism to settled agriculture and a more complex social hierarchy.
  2. The rise of Buddhism and Jainism in the Early Vedic period.
  3. Decline of the Indus Valley Civilization in the Later Vedic period.
  4. Increased maritime trade during the Early Vedic period.
Ancient Indian History

The 'Arthashastra,' a treatise on statecraft, economy, and military strategy, is attributed to which of the following?

  1. Megasthenes
  2. Kautilya (Chanakya)
  3. Kalidasa
  4. Panini
Ancient Indian History

Which of the following characteristics is NOT typically associated with the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. Advanced town planning and drainage systems
  2. Widespread use of iron tools and weaponry
  3. A script that is yet to be fully deciphered
  4. Extensive trade networks with Mesopotamia
Ancient Indian History

The 'Zawabit' under the Mughal administration referred to:

  1. Religious laws based on the Quran
  2. Regulations issued by the emperor dealing with secular matters
  3. Land survey and assessment records
  4. Codes of conduct for the military
Medieval History

The term 'tankha' under the Delhi Sultanate generally referred to:

  1. A type of tax levied on agricultural produce
  2. Salary assigned in the form of land revenue
  3. A special levy collected during wartime
  4. A type of irrigation system
Medieval History

Which of the following Sultanates was known for its architecture reflecting Persian influence?

  1. Jaunpur Sultanate
  2. Bengal Sultanate
  3. Deccan Sultanates
  4. Malwa Sultanate
Medieval History

Who among the following was a contemporary of Shivaji?

  1. Kabir
  2. Tulsidas
  3. Namdev
  4. Mirabai
Medieval History

The battle of Khanwa was fought between Babur and:

  1. Ibrahim Lodi
  2. Rana Sanga
  3. Sher Shah Suri
  4. Hemu
Medieval History

Which of the following is NOT a feature of Indo-Islamic architecture?

  1. Use of arches and domes
  2. Intricate floral and geometric patterns
  3. Absence of human figures in decoration
  4. Extensive use of fresco paintings depicting court life
Medieval History

Who among the following Bhakti saints advocated for Nirguna Bhakti?

  1. Tulsidas
  2. Surdas
  3. Kabir
  4. Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
Medieval History

The 'Dagh' and 'Chehra' system was introduced by which Sultan of Delhi?

  1. Qutb-ud-din Aibak
  2. Iltutmish
  3. Alauddin Khilji
  4. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Medieval History

Which of the following rulers is credited with establishing the city of Agra?

  1. Alauddin Khilji
  2. Sikandar Lodi
  3. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
  4. Iltutmish
Medieval History

Kabir, a prominent Bhakti saint, was critical of which of the following?

  1. The caste system and ritualistic practices
  2. The idea of a personal God
  3. The importance of devotion
  4. The concept of Maya
Medieval History

The term 'hal-i-hasili' in medieval India primarily referred to:

  1. Type of coin
  2. Land revenue assessment
  3. Military rank
  4. Irrigation technology
Medieval History

Which of the following autonomous states emerged after the decline of the Mughal Empire?

  1. Vijayanagara
  2. Awadh
  3. Bahmani
  4. Chola
Medieval History

The Third Battle of Panipat (1761) was fought between:

  1. Mughals and Marathas
  2. Marathas and Afghans (Ahmad Shah Abdali)
  3. Mughals and Afghans
  4. Sikhs and Mughals
Medieval History

Which Mughal emperor is known for his Deccan policy and religious conservatism, contributing to the decline of the empire?

  1. Akbar
  2. Shah Jahan
  3. Aurangzeb
  4. Jahangir
Medieval History

The Mansabdari system introduced by Akbar was primarily related to:

  1. Land revenue collection
  2. Military organization and administration
  3. Religious affairs
  4. Judicial administration
Medieval History

The Chishti order of Sufism was primarily associated with which region of India?

  1. Bengal
  2. Deccan
  3. Punjab
  4. North India
Medieval History

Krishnadeva Raya, a prominent ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire, belonged to which dynasty?

  1. Sangama Dynasty
  2. Saluva Dynasty
  3. Tuluva Dynasty
  4. Aravidu Dynasty
Medieval History

Muhammad bin Tughlaq is known for his experimental projects. Which of the following was NOT one of them?

  1. Transfer of the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad
  2. Introduction of token currency
  3. Military expedition to Khurasan
  4. Abolition of Jaziya
Medieval History

Alauddin Khilji's market reforms were primarily aimed at:

  1. Increasing revenue for the royal treasury
  2. Controlling prices and ensuring supply during military campaigns
  3. Promoting international trade
  4. Improving the living standards of the peasantry
Medieval History

Which of the following Rajput dynasties is associated with resisting the Arab invasion of Sindh in the 8th century CE?

  1. Chauhans
  2. Guhilas (Mewar)
  3. Pratiharas
  4. Rathores
Medieval History

Which of the following movements aimed at achieving 'Purna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) as its stated goal?

  1. Non-Cooperation Movement
  2. Civil Disobedience Movement
  3. Quit India Movement
  4. Swadeshi Movement
Modern Indian History