Sayyid Dynasty (1414-1451AD) – Bahlol Lodhi MCQs with Explanations
About the Topic: Sayyid Dynasty ruled Delhi after Timur's invasion and before the rise of the Lodis. Practice MCQ Questions covering rulers and important historical developments.
With reference to Indian history, who of the following were known as "Kulah-Daran"?
Correct Answer:
(D)
Sayyids
The Sayyids put on a pointed cap ( Kulah ) and they were known as Kulah – Daran.
Ques: 2
Which one of the following dynasties ruled over India after the invasion of Timur?
Correct Answer:
(B) Sayyid dynasty
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The invasion of Timur (1398) destroyed both Delhi Sultanate as well as the Tughluq dynasty. Tughluq dynasty came to an end with the death of Nasiruddin Mahmud in 1412 AD, after that, Daulat Khan became the new Sultan of Delhi in 1413 AD. However, Khizr Khan defeated him who was the Governor of Lahore, appointed by Timur. He founded Sayyid dynasty in 1414 AD.
Ques: 3
Which one of the following is the correct chronological order of the Afghan rulers to the throne of Delhi?
Correct Answer:
(C) Bahlul Khan Lodi or Lodi Sikandar Shah-Ibrahim Lodi.
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Bahlul Lodi was the founder of Lodi dynasty. The correct chronological order of the Afghan rulers to the throne of Delhi is Bahlul Khan Lodi (1451-1489 A.D.), Sikandar Shah (1489-1517 A.D.), Ibrahim Lodi (1517-1526 A.D.). Hence, option (c) is the correct answer.
Ques: 4
In which battle did Maharana Sanga defeat Ibrahim Lodhi?
Correct Answer:
(A) Battle of Khatoli
In the Battle of Khatoli (1517) Rana Sanga of Mewar defeated the Sultan of Delhi, Ibrahim Lodhi and imprisoned him and then released him after collecting ransom.
Ques: 5
Who among the following served as the Subedar (Governor) of Lahore and Sirhind during the reign of Muhammad Shah?
Correct Answer:
(B) Bahlol Lodhi
Bahlul Khan Lodi (1451-1489 AD) was the founder of the Lodi dynasty. He served as the Subedar (Governor) of Lahore and Sirhind during the reign of Muhammad Shah. He tried to re-establish the greatness of the Delhi Sultanate, hence he had recaptured the areas around Delhi.