Guptas Delhi Sultans Mughals and Marathas. - Question Bank
1. The Swadeshi Movement, launched in protest against the Partition of Bengal in 1905, encouraged the use of indigenous goods and the boycott of foreign goods. This movement was a significant step towards:
2. The Indian National Movement saw the rise of various ideologies and leaders. Who is often referred to as the 'Grand Old Man of India' for his long and distinguished service in the Indian National Congress?
3. The Rath Yatra festival, a major Hindu festival, is celebrated annually in Puri, Odisha, and is associated with Lord Jagannath. This festival has ancient roots and reflects the syncretic nature of Indian culture.
4. The Battle of Talikota (1565) led to the decline of the Vijayanagara Empire. It was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire and a confederacy of:
5. The Sufi movement in India gained prominence during the Delhi Sultanate period. Which Sufi saint is famously associated with the Chisti order in India?
6. The Vijayanagara Empire, a powerful South Indian kingdom, was founded by Harihara I and Bukka Raya in the 14th century. Its capital was:
7. The famous 'Bhakti Movement' had a significant impact on the socio-cultural landscape of India. Which of the following saints is NOT associated with the Bhakti Movement?
8. The Maratha concept of 'Chauth' was:
9. Shivaji Maharaj's coronation took place on June 6, 1674, marking the establishment of an independent Maratha kingdom. This event is often seen as a symbol of:
10. The Treaty of Purandar (1665) was signed between Shivaji Maharaj and which Mughal general?
11. The famous Maratha naval commander who inflicted significant defeats on the Mughal fleet was:
12. The Maratha confederacy was a system of Maratha states under the nominal leadership of the Peshwa, which emerged after the decline of central authority. Prominent confederates included the:
13. Who was the Maratha leader who led the Marathas in the Third Battle of Panipat?
14. The Third Battle of Panipat, which significantly weakened the Maratha power, was fought in which year?
15. The Peshwas were the prime ministers of the Maratha Empire, and the office became hereditary under which dynasty?
16. The Maratha administrative system was organized under the 'Ashtapradhan', which was a council of:
17. Shivaji Maharaj was crowned as the Chhatrapati (Emperor) at which fort?
18. Who was the founder of the Maratha Empire?
19. The Battle of Plassey, a turning point in Indian history, was fought in which year?
20. Aurangzeb was known for his religious orthodoxy and his opposition to:
21. The Red Fort in Delhi was built by which Mughal emperor?
22. The Mughal painting reached its zenith during the reign of:
23. The 'Deccan Policy' of annexing territories in the Deccan was vigorously pursued by which Mughal emperor?
24. Which Mughal emperor is known for the construction of the Taj Mahal?
25. The famous Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic religion, was promulgated by:
26. The Mughal administrative system, particularly the 'Mansabdari' system, was introduced by which emperor?
27. Akbar abolished the 'Jaziya' tax, which was levied on:
28. The Mughal Emperor Akbar is renowned for his policy of 'Sulh-i-Kul', which means:
29. Humayun, Babur's son, was temporarily defeated and exiled by which Afghan ruler?
30. Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire, defeated Ibrahim Lodi in which decisive battle?
31. Which dynasty succeeded the Khalji dynasty in the Delhi Sultanate?
32. Bahauddin Balban, a powerful Sultan of the Slave Dynasty, is known for his policy of:
33. The famous traveler Ibn Battuta visited India during the reign of which Delhi Sultan?
34. Who among the Delhi Sultans attempted to shift his capital from Delhi to Daulatabad (Devagiri)?
35. The city of Siri, the first fortified city of Delhi, was built by which ruler?
36. Which Sultan of Delhi is known for his administrative reforms, including the introduction of the 'Diwan-i-Bandagan' (Department of Slaves)?
37. The 'Chahalgani' or 'Forty Nobles' was a council of:
38. Who introduced the 'Taqavi' loans (agricultural loans) during the Delhi Sultanate?
39. The Qutb Minar in Delhi was commissioned by Qutb-ud-din Aibak and completed by which successor?
40. The first ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, who established the Slave Dynasty, was:
41. The Gupta dynasty's official language and the language of their inscriptions was predominantly:
42. The famous Ajanta caves, with their exquisite murals depicting Jataka tales, were patronized significantly during which period?
43. The Gupta period is often referred to as the 'Golden Age of India' primarily due to advancements in which field?
44. Which Chinese traveler visited India during the reign of Chandragupta II and provided valuable accounts of the Gupta period?
45. The 'Mehrauli Iron Pillar' inscription, which mentions a ruler named Chandra, is generally attributed to which Gupta emperor?
46. The last great Gupta ruler, who successfully repelled the Huna invasions, was:
47. Which Gupta ruler is known for patronizing the famous playwright Kalidasa?
48. The title 'Vikramaditya' is famously associated with which Gupta emperor?
49. Which Gupta ruler is known as the 'Napoleon of India' for his extensive military conquests?
50. Who founded the Gupta Empire and is often credited with laying its foundations?