Indian History MCQs 68 (For UPSC PSC and other prelims exams)

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

1. He looted the Peacock Throne and the Kohinoor diamond from Delhi.
2. His invasion weakened the Mughal Empire financially and politically.
3. The Marathas gained control over Delhi immediately after his invasion.

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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72. With reference to the Anglo-Mysore Wars, consider the following statements:

1. Tipu Sultan was killed in the Third Anglo-Mysore War.
2. The Treaty of Seringapatam (1792) reduced Mysore’s territory significantly.
3. The British completely annexed Mysore after 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

 

73. Consider the following statements regarding Babur’s military campaigns:

1. Babur used gunpowder and artillery effectively in Indian battles.
2. The First Battle of Panipat (1526) led to the establishment of Mughal rule in India.
3. He defeated Rana Sanga of Mewar in the Battle of Chanderi (1528).

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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74. With reference to Akbar’s Rajput policy, consider the following statements:

1. He abolished the Jizya tax on non-Muslims.
2. He married Rajput princesses and gave them high ranks in administration.
3. The Rajputs completely rejected Akbar’s rule and never served under 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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75. Consider the following statements regarding Jahangir’s reign:

1. He issued the Zanjir-i-Adal (Chain of Justice) to allow people direct access to the emperor.
2. He captured Kandahar from the Safavid Empire.
3. Nur Jahan played an influential role in Mughal administration.

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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76. With reference to Aurangzeb’s policies, consider the following statements:

1. He reimposed the Jizya tax on non-Muslims.
2. He expanded the Mughal Empire to its largest territorial extent.
3. His strict religious policies led to rising discontent among Hindus and Sikhs.

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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77. Consider the following statements regarding the Mughal administrative system:

1. The Mughal Empire was divided into provinces (Subahs), each headed by a Subedar.
2. The Mansabdari system ranked officials based on their military and administrative roles.
3. Revenue collection was managed by Diwan-i-Arz.

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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78. With reference to the Battle of Buxar (1764), consider the following statements:

1. It was fought between the British East India Company and the combined forces of Bengal, Awadh, and the Mughal emperor.
2. The British won, securing control over Bengal’s administration.
3. The battle marked the official end of Mughal rule 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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79. Consider the following statements regarding the Anglo-Maratha Wars:

1. The Treaty of Salbai (1782) ended the First Anglo-Maratha War.
2. The Third Anglo-Maratha War (1817-1818) led to the British annexation of Maratha territories.
3. The Marathas successfully resisted British expansion throughout the 19th century.

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

 

80. Consider the following statements regarding the Deccan Sultanates:

1. The Deccan Sultanates were five independent kingdoms that emerged from the Bahmani Sultanate.
2. The Battle of Talikota (1565) was fought between the Deccan Sultanates and the Vijayanagara Empire.
3. The Deccan Sultanates were eventually annexed by 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