Indian History MCQs 63 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

21. Consider the following statements regarding Babur’s rule:

1. He introduced gunpowder technology in Indian warfare.
2. He was originally a ruler of Kabul before invading India.
3. His rule in India lasted for more than two decades.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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22. With reference to Humayun, consider the following statements:

1. He lost the Battle of Chausa (1539) and Battle of Kannauj (1540) to Sher Shah Suri.
2. He was exiled to Persia and later regained the Mughal throne.
3. His death was caused by a battle wound sustained while fighting the Rajputs.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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23. Consider the following statements regarding Sher Shah Suri’s administration:

1. He introduced an efficient land revenue system.
2. His currency reforms led to a stable economic system.
3. He built the Qutub Minar in Delhi.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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24. With reference to Akbar’s Mansabdari system, consider the following statements:

1. It classified officers based on their rank (Zat) and the number of cavalry they maintained (Sawar).
2. The system ensured the loyalty of nobles and efficient revenue collection.
3. Mansabdars were given fixed salaries instead of land grants.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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25. Consider the following statements regarding Jahangir’s rule:

1. He established a chain of justice to allow people direct access to him.
2. He expanded Mughal territory into the Deccan region.
3. His court patronized the Persian painter Abul Hasan.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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26. Consider the following statements regarding the Mughal economy:

1. The Mughals had a strong trade relationship with the Safavid Empire of Persia.
2. Bengal was an important center for textile production and exports.
3. The Mughal economy was entirely dependent on agriculture, with no focus on trade.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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27. With reference to Aurangzeb’s reign, consider the following statements:

1. He imposed Jizya tax on non-Muslims.
2. He expanded the Mughal Empire to its greatest territorial extent.
3. His policies led to stability and economic prosperity.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

 

28. Consider the following statements regarding the Bhakti movement:

1. The Bhakti saints rejected rituals and idol worship.
2. The movement was confined only to North India.
3. It emphasized personal devotion and a direct relationship with God.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 3 only

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29. With reference to the Sufi movement in India, consider the following statements:

1. Sufi saints belonged to different orders called Silsilas.
2. The Chishti order focused on simple living and service to humanity.
3. The Sufi movement opposed all forms of music and dance.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3

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30. Consider the following statements regarding Guru Nanak and Sikhism:

1. Guru Nanak opposed caste discrimination and rituals.
2. The Adi Granth was compiled by Guru Nanak.
3. He emphasized monotheism and the concept of ‘Ik Onkar’ (One God).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2, and 3