Indian History MCQs 66 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

51. With reference to medieval trade in India, consider the following statements:

1. The Mughal Empire traded extensively with Persia and the Ottoman Empire.
2. Surat was the most important port city during the Mughal period.
3. The Dutch were the first Europeans to establish a factory in India.

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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52. Consider the following statements regarding the social structure of medieval India:

1. The caste system remained rigid under the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal rule.
2. Women had equal property rights during the Mughal period.
3. The Bhakti and Sufi movements challenged orthodox social structures.

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

 

53. Consider the following statements regarding the administration of the Delhi Sultanate:

1. The Sultan was the supreme authority in both political and military matters.
2. The Diwan-i-Arz was responsible for revenue collection.
3. The judicial system was based on Islamic law (Sharia), but Hindu laws were followed in personal matters.

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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54. With reference to the administration of the Mughal Empire, consider the following statements:

1. The Mansabdari system was introduced by Akbar.
2. The Jagirdari system provided revenue grants to officials in return for administrative duties.
3. Mughal provinces (Subahs) were ruled by independent governors with no central control.

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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55. Consider the following statements regarding the emergence of regional powers after the decline of the Mughal Empire:

1. The Marathas established control over large parts of North and Central India.
2. The Rajputs became dominant rulers in Bengal and the Deccan.
3. The Nawabs of Bengal and Awadh declared independence but acknowledged Mughal suzerainty.

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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56. Consider the following statements regarding the Bhakti and Sufi movements:

1. The Bhakti movement emphasized devotion to a personal god, rejecting caste distinctions.
2. The Sufis followed a strict orthodox interpretation of Islam, avoiding music and poetry.
3. Both movements contributed to the development of 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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57. Consider the following statements regarding the Mughal economy:

1. The Mughals maintained a centralized revenue system based on land assessment.
2. Bengal was an important center for silk and muslin production.
3. The Mughal economy depended solely on agriculture, with little 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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58. With reference to the Treaty of Purandar (1665), consider the following statements:

1. It was signed between Shivaji and the Mughals.
2. Under the treaty, Shivaji agreed to become a Mughal vassal.
3. The treaty allowed Shivaji to retain control over all his forts.

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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59. Consider the following statements regarding the Battle of Talikota (1565):

1. It was fought between the Vijayanagara Empire and the combined forces of the Deccan Sultanates.
2. The battle resulted in a decisive victory for Vijayanagara.
3. The city of Hampi was destroyed following the battle.

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

 

60. Consider the following statements regarding the Mughal Emperor Jahangir:

1. He established a chain of justice for public grievances.
2. He expanded the Mughal Empire into the Deccan.
3. He was a great patron of Persian and Mughal miniature painting.

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