The Delhi Sultan who introduced purely Arabic coinage?
Correct Answer:
(D)
Iltutmish
Iltutmish, the founder of the Delhi Sultanate, is credited with introducing a purely Arabic coinage system in India, specifically the silver tanka. He introduced this coinage along with the copper jital. The tanka, weighing 175 grains, was meant to replace the existing Hindu coins and was inscribed with Arabic script, marking the first time fully Arabic coins were used in India.
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42
Which one of the following Sultans is known for having abolished the tax on grains?
Correct Answer:
(D)
Sikandar Lodi
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The rule of Lodi dynasty persisted till the coronation of Sikandar Lodi. He took keen interest in land revenue managements. He ordered his nobles to present the details of their expenditure and cases of embezzlement were severely punished. He introduced “Gaj-e-Sikandari for measurement of land which was later used by Sher Shah Suri and Akbar. Several grain levies were abolished by him.
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43
In whose regime Guru Nanak Dev founded Sikh religion?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Sikandar Lodi
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Guru Nanak(1469-1539) founded the Sikh religion during the period of Sikandar Lodi (1489-1517). Nanak used to believe in monotheism and forced on worshipping of ‘Nirguna Brahma.’ He believed that there is one and shapeless God. He did not believe in anthropomorphism.
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44
What was the original name of Sikandar Lodi?
Correct Answer:
(A)
Nizam Khan
The original name of the Sikandar Lodhi was Nizam Khan. Sikandar Lodhi (1489 to 1517) was a ruler of the Lodhi dynasty. He established Agra city in 1504.
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45
Consider the following statements:
1. Sikander Lodi shifted the capital from Delhi to Agra in 1504.
2. The last Lodi ruler Ibrahim Lodi was defeated by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Both 1 and 2
The Lodi Dynasty was established by Bahlol Lodi (1451–1489) whose reign witnessed the conquest of Sharqi Kingdom (Bengal).
It was his son Sikander Lodi (1489–1517) who shifted the capital from Delhi to Agra in 1504.
The last Lodi ruler Ibrahim Lodi was defeated by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat, which resulted in the establishment of Mughal Dynasty.
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46
With reference to history of India, which of the following ruler used the term ‘Gulrukhi’ for pen-name?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Sikander Lodhi
Sikander Lodhi was a generous supporter of art, literature, letters and music. He wrote Persian verses under the pen name Gulrukhi. Shenai, a musical instrument, was a favourite of the King. During his reign, a musical note called Lahjat-i-Sikander shahi was composed.
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47
Who was the founder of the Mamluk Dynasty and a slave of Muhammad Ghori?
Correct Answer:
(B)
Qutb-ud-din Aibak
Qutb-ud-din Aibak was the founder of the Mamluk Dynasty, also known as the Slave Dynasty. He was a trusted slave of Muhammad Ghori, the Ghurid ruler. After Muhammad Ghori's assassination, Aibak declared himself Sultan of Delhi in 1206, marking the beginning of the Delhi Sultanate and the Mamluk Dynasty.
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48
What is interesting about Qutubuddin Aibak's early life?
Correct Answer:
(A)
He was sold into slavery at a young age.
Qutubuddin Aibak's early life is most notable for the fact that he was captured and sold as a slave as a child. He was then purchased by a Qazi in Nishapur, Persia, where he received an education and training in horsemanship and archery. He later rose to prominence under the Ghurid ruler Muhammad Ghori, eventually becoming the ruler of Delhi.
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49
Who among the following did not contribute to building the famous 'Qutub Minar'?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq did not contribute to the construction of the Qutub Minar. The Qutub Minar was primarily built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, founder of the Delhi Sultanate, with additions and repairs later by Iltutmish and Firoz Shah Tughlaq. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq was a different ruler, and his contributions are not directly associated with the construction of the Qutub Minar.
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50
Who was the son-in-law of Qutb-ud-din Aibak and succeeded Aram Shah as the ruler?
Correct Answer:
(C)
Shams-ud-din Iltutmish
Shams-ud-din Iltutmish was the son-in-law of Qutb-ud-din Aibak and he did indeed succeed Aibak's successor, Aram Shah, as the ruler of the Delhi Sultanate. Iltutmish overthrew Aram Shah in 1211 and established his capital at Delhi, marking a significant step in the consolidation of power within the Slave Dynasty.