Q1: Which Delhi sultan was a contemporary of Chengiz Khan?
1. Iltutmish
2. Alauddin Khilji
3. Muhammad Bin Tughlaq
4. Ibrahim Lodi
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Iltutmish, the Sultan of Delhi during the 13th century, lived during the time of the Mongol leader Chengiz Khan. In 1221 A.D., there was an anticipated threat of Chengiz Khan’s attack on Delhi. This threat played a significant role in shaping the geopolitical environment during Iltutmish’s rule, as the Mongols posed a major external threat to the region.
Q2: When did Razia Sultan ascend to the throne of Delhi?
1. 1220 A.D
2. 1226 A.D
3. 1236 A.D
4. 1235 A.D
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Razia Sultana, the ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, indeed became the first female Muslim ruler of the Indian Subcontinent. She ruled from 1236 to 1240, succeeding her father Shams-ud-din Iltutmish. Her ascension marked an important historical moment as a woman ruling in a predominantly male-dominated era.
Q3: Which of the following was not a landmark of Iltutmish’s rule?
1. Introduction of silver tanka & Copper Jetal
2. Introduction of iqtadari System
3. Organization of Chalisa
4. Putting forward the ‘Divine Right Theory
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Answer: 4
Explanation: The Divine Right Theory was introduced by Balban, who succeeded Iltutmish. This theory emphasized the absolute authority of the ruler, who was considered God’s representative on earth. Balban’s reign saw the centralization of power and a strong autocratic rule, with the king ranking just below the prophet in his pride and prejudice.
Q4: Who was known as Lakha Baksh?
1. Mohammed Ghori
2. Qutubuddin Aibak
3. Iltutmish
4. Balban
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Qutubuddin Aibak was given the title of Lakh Baksh because of his remarkable generosity in giving lakhs (hundreds of thousands) of rupees in charity. This exemplified his benevolence and philanthropy during his rule.
Q5: What is the correct meaning of the term Mamluk in the context of medieval India?
1. Slave
2. Owned
3. King
4. Invader
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Answer: 2
Explanation: The word Mamluk refers to owned or slave. The Mamluks were a class of slave soldiers in medieval Islamic societies. In practice, a Mamluk couldn’t pass his property or title to his offspring, which led to a continual need to recruit new Mamluks from outside sources. Qutubuddin Aibak, as part of the Mamluk dynasty, founded the Delhi Sultanate in India and ruled from 1206 to 1290 AD.
Q6: Who created the political ideology of Niyabat-i-Khudai?
1. Qutubuddin Aibak
2. Iltutmish
3. Balban
4. Raziya
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Balban developed his political ideology inspired by Persian ideals, considering the king as God’s representative on earth. He introduced the concept of Niyabat-i-Khudai, where the king was seen as second only to the prophet in status. He also introduced Jille Allah or Jilleilahi, which symbolized the king as a reflection of God, emphasizing the divine nature of kingship.
Q7: During whose reign did Qubacha (slave of Muizzudin) declare himself an independent ruler of Multan and seize Lahore and parts of Punjab?
1. Qutubuddin Aibak
2. Iltutmish
3. Balban
4. Raziya
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Qubacha, a fellow slave of Qutubuddin Aibak, declared himself an independent ruler during the reign of Iltutmish. Additionally, other regional rulers, such as Ali Mardan Khan in Bengal and the Rajputs, seized control of various territories during this period, challenging the authority of the Delhi Sultanate.
Q8: Who was given the title of Amir-e-Akhur?
1. Balban
2. Raihan
3. Iltutmish
4. Qubacha
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Balban’s journey from his early titles to his rise as a significant figure in the conspiracy against Razia and his eventual recognition as a key official in Bahramshah’s court showcases his evolving role and influence in the Delhi Sultanate during different reigns.
Q9: In which inscription did Balban call himself a Helper of a Caliph?
1. Quwwat al Islam mosque inscription
2. Qutub Minar wall inscription
3. Mosque inscription of Garhmukteshwar
4. Adhai din ka jhopra inscription
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Balban referred to himself as the Helper of Caliph in his inscription on the walls of the mosque at Garhmukteshwar, emphasizing his allegiance to the religious authority. This inscription, written in Arabic, dated to 1283 AD, reflects his religious and political stance.
Q10: Whose reign is described in the inscription of Qutub Minar?
1. Qutubuddin Aibak
2. Iltutmish
3. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
4. Qutubuddin Aibak and Iltutmish
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Answer: 4
Explanation: The Qutub Minar, located in Delhi, was constructed in the early 13th century. Its first storey dates from the reign of Qutubuddin Aibak. The inscriptions on the Qutub Minar primarily contain Quranic verses and historical epigraphs from the reigns of Iltutmish and Firoz Shah Tughlaq, providing valuable historical information.
Q11: Which ruler among the following was a contemporary of the great philosopher Madhavacharya?
1. Balban
2. Kaiqubad
3. Alauddin Khalji
4. Nasiruddin Mahmud
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Answer: 1
Explanation: The encounter between the exponent of Dvaita philosophy, Madhavacharya, and Balban occurred when Madhavacharya and his disciples crossed the Ganga river without permission. Madhavacharya explained the principles of Dvaita philosophy to Balban in Persian, leading to Balban’s admiration and offering of gifts.
Q12: Which Delhi Sultan assumed the title of ‘Umadat-ul-Niswan’ on the coin?
1. Razia Sultana
2. Balban
3. Alauddun Khalji
4. Firoz Tughlaq
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Razia Sultana assumed the title of Umadat-ul-Niswan, meaning ‘illustrious among women.’ This title was inscribed on the coins issued during her rule, emphasizing her unique position as a female ruler in a male-dominated era. She also adopted the title Raziyat-ul-Din to establish her authority.
Q13: Which Delhi Sultan assumed the title Amir al-Mu’minin?
1. Razia Sultana
2. Iltutmish
3. Qutubuddin Aibak
4. Muizzuddin Ghori
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Answer: 2
Explanation: In 1229, Iltutmish received recognition as the Muslim Sultan of India from the Caliph of Baghdad, a significant acknowledgment of his authority. As a result, he assumed the title of Amir al-Mu’minin or Commander of the Faithful and had the name of the Caliph inscribed on his coins, further strengthening his legitimacy.
Q14: Who introduced Turkan-e-Chahalgani?
1. Balban
2. Iltutmish
3. Alauddin Khalji
4. Kaiqubad
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Turkan-e-Chahalgani was a political group of forty individuals who were supporters of Iltutmish, primarily composed of his personal slaves. Balban abolished this group after ascending to power, reflecting his efforts to consolidate authority.
Q15: Who among the following introduced Navroz in India?
1. Balban
2. Iltutmish
3. Firoz Tughlaq
4. Alauddin Khalji
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Balban followed the ideals of Iranian kings and their traditions, introducing various Persian customs at his court, including the celebration of the Persian festival of ‘Navroz.’ This reflects the cultural influence of Persia on the Delhi Sultanate.
Q16: Qutubuddin Aibak was the slave of which of the following?
1. Mahmud Ghaznavi
2. Muhammad Ghori
3. Iltutmish
4. None of the above
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Qutubuddin Aibak, a favorite slave of Mohammad Ghori, played a significant role in the establishment of the early Delhi Sultanate. He ruled from around 1206 to 1210 CE, and his loyalty and contributions were highly valued by Ghori.
Q17: Qutub-ud-din Aibak ruled during which of the following periods?
1. c.1202-10 CE
2. c.1204-10 CE
3. c.1206-10 CE
4. c.1208-10 CE
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Qutub-ud-din Aibak ruled as the first Sultan of Delhi from around 1206 to 1210 CE. He initially served as a viceroy from 1192 to 1206 but declared himself independent after the death of Mohammad Ghori.
Q18: Qutub Minar was constructed by Qutub-ud-din Aibak in the memory of which of the following famous Sufi saints?
1. Nizam-ud-din Auliya
2. Firuddin Ganj-i Shakar
3. Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakthiyar Kaki
4. None of the above
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Qutub-ud-din Aibak initiated the construction of the Qutub Minar in Delhi, with the first storey being completed during his rule. This monument served as a tribute to the renowned Sufi saint, Khwaja Qutbuddin Bakthiyar Kaki.
Q19: Which of the following was the reason for the death of Qutub-ud-din Aibak?
1. Disease
2. War
3. Horse polo
4. Poisoning
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Qutub-ud-din Aibak died suddenly around 1210 CE while playing Chaugan, a form of horse polo. His rule marked the foundation of the Slave dynasty in India and played a crucial role in the early history of the Delhi Sultanate.
Q20: Which of the following statements are correct regarding Qutub-ud-din Aibak?
1. He conquered Gwalior and compelled its ruler to pay heavy tribute.
2. He plundered many temples of Bundelkhand and acquired a huge booty.
3. He married the daughter of Taj-ud-din Yulduz.
4. Only 1 & 2
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Answer: 4
Explanation: Qutub-ud-din Aibak, the founder of the Mamluk dynasty and the Delhi Sultanate, did indeed conquer Gwalior and extract heavy tribute from the Hindu ruler of the region. He also plundered temples in the Bundelkhand area, accumulating a significant amount of wealth. However, there’s no mention of him marrying the daughter of Taj-ud-din Yulduz in historical records.
Q21: Qutub-ud-din Aibak received the title of Sultan of Delhi from whom?
1. Ghiyas-ud-din Mahmud
2. Mohammad Ghori
3. Mahmud Ghaznavi
4. None of the above
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Qutub-ud-din Aibak received the title of Sultan of Delhi from Ghiyas-ud-din Mahmud, who was the successor of Mohammad Ghori. After this, the title of Sultan became common for the Muslim rulers of Delhi.
Q22: Who was the successor of Qutub-ud-din Aibak?
1. Aram Shah
2. Ruknuddin Firuz Shah
3. Iltutmish
4. Razia Sultan
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Answer: 1
Explanation: After the death of Qutub-ud-din Aibak, his successor was Aram Shah, who ruled for only eight months and proved to be an ineffective ruler.
Q23: The Turkish chiefs of Delhi invited whom to ascend the throne in place of Aramshah?
1. Ruknuddin Firuz Shah
2. Bahram Shah
3. Iltutmish
4. Alauddin Masud Shah
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Subsequently, the Turkish chiefs of Delhi invited Aibak’s son-in-law, Altmash (or Iltutmish), to ascend the throne, replacing the ineffective Aramshah. Iltutmish’s reign marked a significant period in the history of the Delhi Sultanate.
Q24: With which period is the reign of Iltutmish associated?
1. c.1211-1116 CE
2. c.1211-1226 CE
3. c.1211-1236 CE
4. c.1211-1246 CE
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Iltutmish ruled from 1211 to 1236 CE. His initial years as Sultan were marked by the need to secure his throne and establish his authority amidst rival factions and claimants.
Q25: To which tribe did Iltutmish belong?
1. Huns
2. Ilbari tribe
3. Touba tribe
4. None of the above
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Iltutmish belonged to the Ilbari tribe, and his dynasty is known as the Ilbari dynasty. This tribal affiliation played a role in his rise to power.
Q26: Which Mamluk Sultan shifted his capital from Lahore to Delhi?
1. Aramshah
2. Ruknuddin Firuz Shah
3. Iltutmish
4. Razia Sultan
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Answer: 3
Explanation: After becoming Sultan, Iltutmish shifted his capital from Lahore to Delhi. He was initially sold as a slave to Aibak and later married Aibak’s daughter.
Q27: In which year did Iltutmish defeat Yaldauz in the Battle of Tarain?
1. 1215
2. 1216
3. 1217
4. 1218
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Answer: 1
Explanation: To consolidate his position, Iltutmish defeated Yaldauz in 1215 CE in the Battle of Tarain. He also drove away Qabacha from Punjab in 1217 CE during the first decade of his rule.
Q28: Jalaluddin Mangbarani sought shelter from the Mongols with whom?
1. Iltutmish
2. Ruknuddin Firuz Shah
3. Bahram Shah
4. Alauddin Masud Shah
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Jalaluddin Mangbarani sought refuge from the Mongols with Iltutmish, but Iltutmish refused to grant him asylum. This decision spared his sultanate from the potential consequences of Chengiz Khan’s campaigns.
Q29: In which year did Iltutmish capture Ranthambore?
1. c.1216 CE
2. c.1226 CE
3. c.1236 CE
4. c.1246 CE
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Iltutmish expanded his territory by capturing Ranthambore around 1226 CE and establishing his authority over Mandor, Jalore, Bayana, and Gwalior by 1231 CE.
Q30: Who among the following divided his empire into Iqtas?
1. Qutbuddin Aibak
2. Aramshah
3. Iltutmish
4. Balban
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Answer: 3
Explanation: To efficiently administer his empire, Iltutmish divided it into Iqtas, where each Iqtadar was responsible for maintaining law and order, collecting revenue, and remitting the surplus amount to the central government after deducting their salary and expenses.
Q31: Which Delhi Sultan issued purely Arabic coinage of silver tanka?
1. Qutbuddin Aibak
2. Nasiruddin Mahmud
3. Alauddin Masud Shah
4. Iltutmish
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Answer: 4
Explanation: Iltutmish introduced significant changes in coinage by issuing the first purely Arabic coinage of silver known as the tanka. The tanka weighed 175 grams and served as the basis for the modern rupee. Additionally, he issued copper jitals.
Q32: Who completed the construction of the Qutub Minar at Delhi?
1. Qutbuddin Aibak
2. Iltutmish
3. Firuz Shah
4. Bahram Shah
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Iltutmish oversaw the completion of the Qutub Minar in Delhi, a magnificent structure standing at 238 feet and renowned as the tallest stone tower in India.
Q33: Which Sultan of Delhi patronized Minhas-us-Siraj?
1. Qutbuddin Aibak
2. Alauddin Masud Shah
3. Iltutmish
4. Nasiruddin Mahmud
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Answer: 4
Explanation: The historian Minhaj-us-Siraj, a contemporary of Iltutmish, was patronized by the Sultan Nasiruddin Mahmud. In 1260 CE, Minhaj-us-Siraj wrote the Tahaqqat-i-Nasuri for Sultan Nasiruddin Mahmud of Delhi, providing valuable historical insights.
Q34: Who was the immediate successor of Iltutmish?
1. Nasiruddin Mahmud
2. Razia Sultana
3. Ruknuddin Firuz Shah
4. Alauddin Masud Shah
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Ruknuddin Firuz Shah succeeded Iltutmish but ruled for less than seven months in 1236 CE before being overthrown, highlighting the political instability during this period.
Q35: In Razia Sultan’s administration, to which post did she appoint Malik Jamaluddin Yaqut, an Abyssinian slave?
1. Diwan-i-kohi
2. Barid-i-Mumalik
3. Amir-i-akhur
4. Amir-i-majlis
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Razia Sultan, one of the most notable female rulers of the Delhi Sultanate, appointed Malik Jamaluddin Yaqut, an Abyssinian slave, as Amir-i-akhur, responsible for overseeing the royal horses.
Q36: Which Delhi Sultanate ruler attempted to create a counter nobility of non-Turks?
1. Razia Sultan
2. Alauddin Masud Shah
3. Nasiruddin Mahmud
4. Iltutmish
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Answer: 1
Explanation: Razia Sultan attempted to create a counter nobility of non-Turks, which faced opposition from the Turkish amirs, creating political challenges within her administration.
Q37: To whom was Razia Sultana married?
1. Malik Saifuddin Aibek
2. Ikhtiyaruddin Altunia
3. Malik Jamaluddin Yaqut
4. Ikhtiyaruddin Aitigin
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Razia Sultan married Ikhtiyaruddin Altunia but was subsequently captured and defeated by Bahram Shah in her efforts to regain the throne.
Q38: Who killed Razia Sultana?
1. Alauddin Masud Shah
2. Bahram Shah
3. Balban
4. Nasiruddin Mahmud
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Answer: 2
Explanation: Bahram Shah succeeded Razia Sultan as the sixth Sultan of the Mamluk dynasty and ruled from 1240 to 1242 CE, marking a significant episode in the history of the Delhi Sultanate.
Q39: Who was the successor of Razia Sultan?
1. Alauddin Masud Shah
2. Nasiruddin Mahmud
3. Bahram Shah
4. Balban
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Answer: 3
Explanation: Bahram Shah succeeded Razia Sultan as the sixth Sultan of the Mamluk dynasty and ruled from 1240 to 1242 CE, marking a significant episode in the history of the Delhi Sultanate.
Q40: During which period did Bahram Shah rule the Mamluk dynasty?
1. 1340 to 1342 CE
2. 1140 to 1142 CE
3. 1040 to 1042 CE
4. 1240 to 1242 CE
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Answer: 4
Explanation: Bahram Shah ruled the Mamluk dynasty from 1240 to 1242 CE.
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