Indian History MCQs 65 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

41. Consider the following statements regarding the Chola Empire:

1. The Cholas had a strong navy and conducted overseas expeditions.
2. The Brihadeeswara Temple at Thanjavur was built by Rajaraja Chola I.
3. The Chola administration was highly centralized, with no local self-government.

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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42. With reference to the Bahmani Kingdom, consider the following statements:

1. The Bahmani Sultanate was founded in the Deccan after breaking away from the Delhi Sultanate.
2. The kingdom engaged in constant warfare with the Vijayanagara Empire.
3. The Bahmani rulers followed a policy of religious tolerance and harmony.

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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43. Consider the following statements regarding the rise of the Vijayanagara Empire:

1. The empire was founded by Harihara I and Bukka I.
2. It reached its zenith under Krishnadevaraya.
3. The Battle of Talikota (1565) resulted in a decisive victory for Vijayanagara.

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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44. Consider the following statements regarding the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan:

1. He is known as the ‘Engineer King’ for his architectural contributions.
2. He moved the Mughal capital from Agra to Delhi.
3. The Peacock Throne was commissioned by him.

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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45. With reference to the Bhakti movement, consider the following statements:

1. Saints like Kabir and Ravidas criticized caste discrimination.
2. The movement was confined to Hinduism, with no influence on other religions.
3. Bhakti saints often composed their verses in vernacular languages.

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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46. Consider the following statements regarding the impact of Nadir Shah’s invasion (1739):

1. He looted Delhi, including the Peacock Throne and Kohinoor diamond.
2. The Mughal Empire never recovered from the financial losses.
3. The Marathas took advantage of the weakened Mughal Empire and expanded their influence.

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

 

47. Consider the following statements regarding the Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb:

1. He reimposed the Jizya tax on non-Muslims.
2. His reign saw the longest Mughal expansion, covering most of the Indian subcontinent.
3. He followed a policy of religious tolerance similar to Akbar.

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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48. With reference to the Sikh Empire, consider the following statements:

1. Maharaja Ranjit Singh established a well-organized and modernized army.
2. The Sikh Empire was finally annexed by the British after the Third Anglo-Sikh War.
3. The Treaty of Amritsar (1809) was signed between the Sikhs and the British.

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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49. Consider the following statements regarding the Anglo-Maratha Wars:

1. The Treaty of Bassein (1802) led to the Second Anglo-Maratha War.
2. The Marathas won the Third Anglo-Maratha War, regaining their independence.
3. The British introduced the subsidiary alliance system in Maratha territories.

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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50. Consider the following statements regarding the Mysore Wars:

1. Haider Ali and Tipu Sultan fought against the British in all four Anglo-Mysore Wars.
2. The Treaty of Seringapatam (1792) ended the Second Anglo-Mysore War.
3. Tipu Sultan was killed in the Fourth Anglo-Mysore War (1799).

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