About the Topic: Sikander Lodhi was an important ruler of the Lodhi Dynasty known for administrative reforms and expansion of the Sultanate. Practice MCQ Questions with answers and explanations.
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.
Ques: 2
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.
Ques: 3
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.
Ques: 4
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.
Ques: 5
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.