Medieval History -3 - SSC CGL Free MCQ Test with solutions

The Solankis (Chalukyas of Gujarat) constructed the Dilwara Jain temples (11th–13th century), known for their intricate marble work. Other dynasties were not associated with these temples.

Rajendra I’s navy conquered parts of Sri Lanka (c. 1017 CE), establishing Chola dominance. The Maldives and Andaman Islands were not targets, and Sumatra was raided but not conquered.

Muhammad bin Qasim invaded Sindh in 712 CE, but Arab rule remained confined to Sindh and did not extend to North India, making Statement 2 incorrect.

The Eastern Ganga dynasty, under Narasimhadeva I (13th century), built the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha. The Palas ruled Bengal, Rashtrakutas were in the Deccan, and Cheras in South India.

Iltutmish (1211–1236 CE) created the ‘Chahalgani’ (group of 40 nobles) to stabilize the Slave Dynasty. Balban later curbed their power, and others did not use this system.

Alauddin Khilji (1296–1316 CE) constructed the Alai Darwaza, an iconic gateway in the Qutub complex, showcasing Indo-Islamic architecture.

Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq (1320–1325 CE) founded Tughlaqabad as the new capital. Firoz Shah built Firozabad, and Muhammad bin Tughlaq shifted to Daulatabad.

Khizr Khan founded the Sayyid dynasty (1414–1451 CE), but it ruled for less than 40 years, not a century, making Statement 2 incorrect.

Hampi, the Vijayanagara capital, was located on the Tungabhadra River, facilitating trade and defense. Other rivers were not associated with Hampi.

Firoz Shah Bahmani (1397–1422 CE) fostered trade and cultural ties with Persia, enhancing the kingdom’s prosperity. Others focused on different aspects.

Jahangir (1605–1627 CE) dealt with Khusrau’s rebellion in 1606. Akbar faced no such revolt from his sons, Humayun struggled with Sher Shah, and Babur’s reign was brief.

The Zabt system involved measuring land and assessing revenue based on crop yield, ensuring fairness. It was not tied to fixed rates, military service, or religion.

Babur wrote the Tuzuk-i-Baburi (Baburnama) in Chagatai Turkic, later translated to Persian. The Mughal Empire was founded after the First Battle of Panipat (1526), not Khanwa (1527).

Sher Shah introduced the silver rupiya, a standardized coin that influenced later Mughal currency. Gold mohur and copper paisa were Mughal innovations, and bronze dinar was not used.

Jahangir installed the ‘Chain of Justice’ outside his palace for petitioners to seek redress. Akbar focused on administration, Shah Jahan on architecture, and Aurangzeb on orthodoxy.

Pietra dura, intricate stone inlay, is prominent in Shah Jahan’s monuments like the Taj Mahal. Corbelled arches and minarets were earlier styles, and wood was not typical.

Shivaji was crowned Chhatrapati in 1674 CE at Raigad, formalizing his independent rule. Other dates do not align with this event.

Sardeshmukhi was a 10% tax on agricultural produce, claimed by Marathas as hereditary rights. Chauth was a protection tax, jagir was land revenue, and zakat was Islamic.

The Peshwas gained prominence after Shivaji’s death, especially under Balaji Vishwanath. The Marathas lost the Third Battle of Panipat to Ahmad Shah Abdali.

Ahmad Shah Abdali’s invasions, including the Battle of Panipat (1761), weakened the Mughals. Akbar’s policy strengthened the empire, the Taj Mahal was a financial strain but not critical, and Babur’s artillery was an early advantage.