Indo Pak History MCQs

Who was Aram Shah?
a) The founder of the Mamluk dynasty in Delhi.
b) The ruler of the Ghurid Empire.
c) The first Sultan of the Khwarazmian Empire.
d) A prominent poet during the 12th century.
Answer: a) The founder of the Mamluk dynasty in Delhi.

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In which year did Aram Shah become the Sultan of Delhi?
a) 1206
b) 1210
c) 1211
d) 1215
Answer: c) 1211

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Which dynasty did Aram Shah overthrow to establish the Mamluk dynasty in Delhi?
a) Ghurid dynasty
b) Khwarazmian dynasty
c) Slave dynasty
d) Chola dynasty
Answer: c) Slave dynasty

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What was the main reason for Aram Shah’s short reign as the Sultan of Delhi?
a) A rebellion by the nobles.
b) Military defeat in a war against a neighboring kingdom.
c) Natural disaster leading to widespread unrest.
d) Illness and subsequent death.
Answer: a) A rebellion by the nobles.

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Who succeeded Aram Shah as the Sultan of Delhi?
a) Iltutmish
b) Razia Sultana
c) Balban
d) Alauddin Khilji
Answer: a) Iltutmish

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Which of the following was NOT a major accomplishment of Aram Shah’s reign?
a) The establishment of a new capital city in Delhi.
b) The construction of several public buildings and mosques.
c) The expansion of the Delhi Sultanate’s territory.
d) The introduction of a new currency system.
Answer: c) The expansion of the Delhi Sultanate’s territory.

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How long did Aram Shah’s reign as the Sultan of Delhi last?
a) 1 year
b) 2 years
c) 3 years
d) 4 years
Answer: b) 2 years

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Which of the following statements about Aram Shah is true?
a) He was known for his military prowess and conquests.
b) He was a patron of arts and literature.
c) He successfully repelled Mongol invasions.
d) He was the last ruler of the Slave dynasty.
Answer: d) He was the last ruler of the Slave dynasty.

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Which region did Aram Shah primarily rule over during his reign as the Sultan of Delhi?

a) Punjab
b) Bengal
c) Gujarat
d) Delhi
Answer: d) Delhi

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How did Aram Shah’s reign contribute to the political instability in the Delhi Sultanate?
a) He failed to establish a strong central authority.
b) He faced constant rebellions from provincial governors.
c) He neglected the welfare of his subjects, leading to widespread unrest.
d) He lacked military leadership and was unable to defend against external threats.
Answer: b) He faced constant rebellions from provincial governors.

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Which famous historical figure played a significant role in the overthrow of Aram Shah?
a) Razia Sultana
b) Qutb-ud-din Aibak
c) Muhammad Ghori
d) Sher Shah Suri
Answer: b) Qutb-ud-din Aibak

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What was the major religion followed by Aram Shah and his subjects?
a) Buddhism
b) Jainism
c) Hinduism
d) Islam
Answer: d) Islam

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How did Aram Shah’s reign impact the cultural and architectural landscape of Delhi?
a) He sponsored the construction of several iconic monuments and structures.
b) He encouraged the revival of ancient Indian art forms.
c) He introduced Persian influences in architecture and literature.
d) He initiated educational reforms and promoted the growth of learning centers.
Answer: a) He sponsored the construction of several iconic monuments and structures.

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What was the immediate cause of Aram Shah’s downfall?
a) A series of military defeats against the Rajputs.
b) Economic turmoil and famine.
c) The assassination plot orchestrated by his own ministers.
d) Popular uprisings and riots in major cities.
Answer: c) The assassination plot orchestrated by his own ministers.

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Which ruler succeeded Aram Shah and established the Slave dynasty’s long-lasting rule over Delhi?
a) Iltutmish
b) Balban
c) Alauddin Khilji
d) Muhammad bin Tughluq
Answer: a) Iltutmish

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Who was the ruler of the Delhi Sultanate from 1211 to 1236?
a) Iltutmish
b) Alauddin Khilji
c) Babur
d) Akbar
Answer: a) Iltutmish

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What was Iltutmish’s original name before he became the Sultan?
a) Qutb-ud-din Aibak
b) Raziyya Sultan
c) Shams-ud-din Iltutmish
d) Jalal-ud-din Khwarazm Shah
Answer: c) Shams-ud-din Iltutmish

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Iltutmish was the _______ ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
a) First
b) Second
c) Third
d) Fourth
Answer: b) Second

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Iltutmish was appointed as the Sultan by his predecessor. Who was his predecessor?
a) Qutb-ud-din Aibak
b) Alauddin Khilji
c) Balban
d) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Answer: a) Qutb-ud-din Aibak

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Which of the following rulers recognized Iltutmish as the legitimate ruler of the Delhi Sultanate?
a) Muhammad of Ghor
b) Shah Jahan
c) Mahmud of Ghazni
d) Iltutmish’s mother, Qutub Begum
Answer: a) Muhammad of Ghor

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Iltutmish was the first Sultan of Delhi to introduce a _______ system of governance.
a) Centralized
b) Feudal
c) Democratic
d) Tribal
Answer: a) Centralized

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Iltutmish successfully defended Delhi against the Mongol invasions led by:
a) Genghis Khan
b) Timur
c) Mahmud of Ghazni
d) Babur
Answer: a) Genghis Khan

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Under Iltutmish’s rule, which region of India came under the control of the Delhi Sultanate?
a) Punjab
b) Bengal
c) Gujarat
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

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Iltutmish was known for promoting which of the following religions during his reign?
a) Hinduism
b) Jainism
c) Buddhism
d) Islam
Answer: d) Islam

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During Iltutmish’s reign, the Delhi Sultanate expanded its territories to include parts of present-day:
a) Afghanistan
b) Sri Lanka
c) Nepal
d) Myanmar
Answer: a) Afghanistan

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Iltutmish is known for establishing the first permanent Muslim capital in India. What was the name of this city?
a) Delhi
b) Lahore
c) Agra
d) Jaipur
Answer: a) Delhi

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Iltutmish issued a significant coin known as the “Silver Tanka.” Which dynasty’s influence can be seen on these coins?
a) Maurya dynasty
b) Gupta dynasty
c) Khilji dynasty
d) Abbasid dynasty
Answer: d) Abbasid dynasty

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Iltutmish was a patron of art and architecture. One of his notable architectural achievements is the construction of which iconic structure in Delhi?
a) Red Fort
b) Qutub Minar
c) Humayun’s Tomb
d) Jama Masjid
Answer: b) Qutub Minar

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Who among the following was Iltutmish’s famous daughter, who briefly ruled as the Sultan of Delhi?
a) Razia Sultan
b) Nur Jahan
c) Mumtaz Mahal
d) Chand Bibi
Answer: a) Razia Sultan

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Iltutmish is credited with introducing a new silver coin, which later became the standard currency in the Indian subcontinent. What was the name of this coin?
a) Rupiya
b) Dinar
c) Taka
d) Rupee
Answer: d) Rupee

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Iltutmish was a patron of Sufism and had a close association with several Sufi saints. Which prominent Sufi saint was his spiritual advisor?
a) Nizamuddin Auliya
b) Moinuddin Chishti
c) Baba Farid
d) Sheikh Salim Chishti
Answer: b) Moinuddin Chishti

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Iltutmish’s reign is often regarded as a period of:
a) Economic decline
b) Political instability
c) Cultural stagnation
d) Administrative reforms
Answer: d) Administrative reforms

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Iltutmish was succeeded by his son, who faced multiple challenges during his rule. What was his son’s name?
a) Ghiyasuddin Balban
b) Alauddin Khilji
c) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
d) Jalaluddin Khalji
Answer: a) Ghiyasuddin Balban

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Iltutmish’s reign is considered a significant phase in the history of the Delhi Sultanate because he:
a) Strengthened the central administration
b) Expanded the empire’s territory
c) Promoted the development of art and architecture
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

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Who was Alauddin Masud Shah I?
a) A famous poet
b) A renowned philosopher
c) A powerful ruler
d) A prominent religious scholar
Answer: c) A powerful ruler

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During which years did Alauddin Masud Shah I rule?
a) 1220-1230
b) 1242-1246
c) 1298-1303
d) 1367-1372
Answer: b) 1242-1246

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Alauddin Masud Shah I belonged to which dynasty?
a) Mughal dynasty
b) Seljuk dynasty
c) Khwarazmian dynasty
d) Bengal Sultanate dynasty
Answer: d) Bengal Sultanate dynasty

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What was Alauddin Masud Shah I’s notable achievement during his reign?
a) He established a strong navy.
b) He introduced a new taxation system.
c) He built magnificent palaces and monuments.
d) He promoted education and literacy.
Answer: b) He introduced a new taxation system.

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Alauddin Masud Shah I’s reign was characterized by:
a) Political stability and economic prosperity.
b) Cultural renaissance and artistic patronage.
c) Military expansion and territorial conquests.
d) Religious tolerance and interfaith dialogue.
Answer: c) Military expansion and territorial conquests.

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Which city served as the capital during Alauddin Masud Shah I’s rule?
a) Dhaka
b) Lahore
c) Delhi
d) Murshidabad
Answer: a) Dhaka

Alauddin Masud Shah I was succeeded by:
a) Ruknuddin Ibrahim
b) Ghiyasuddin Iwaz Khalji
c) Shamsuddin Ilyas Shah
d) Sikandar Shah I
Answer: a) Ruknuddin Ibrahim

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Alauddin Masud Shah I was known for his patronage of:
a) Music and dance
b) Visual arts and architecture
c) Literature and poetry
d) Science and technology
Answer: c) Literature and poetry

Which of the following was a significant challenge faced by Alauddin Masud Shah I during his reign?
a) Economic recession
b) Foreign invasions
c) Religious conflicts
d) Famine and natural disasters
Answer: b) Foreign invasions

Alauddin Masud Shah I’s rule came to an end in:
a) 1240
b) 1246
c) 1255
d) 1263
Answer: b) 1246

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Alauddin Masud Shah I was known for his strategic alliances with neighboring kingdoms. Which kingdom did he form a notable alliance with?
a) Sultanate of Delhi
b) Kingdom of Nepal
c) Kingdom of Magadha
d) Kingdom of Sri Lanka
Answer: a) Sultanate of Delhi

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Under Alauddin Masud Shah I’s rule, the Bengal Sultanate experienced significant territorial expansion. Which region did he successfully conquer?
a) Assam
b) Punjab
c) Gujarat
d) Orissa
Answer: d) Orissa

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Alauddin Masud Shah I implemented several reforms to strengthen his administration. Which of the following was NOT one of his reforms?
a) Centralized governance
b) Land revenue reforms
c) Judicial reforms
d) Religious reforms
Answer: d) Religious reforms

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Alauddin Masud Shah I is often credited with promoting trade and commerce during his reign. Which trading route flourished under his patronage?
a) Silk Road
b) Spice Route
c) Incense Route
d) Amber Road
Answer: b) Spice Route

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Alauddin Masud Shah I was a patron of the arts and literature. Which famous poet was known to be associated with his court?
a) Rabindranath Tagore
b) Mirza Ghalib
c) Rumi
d) Amir Khusrow
Answer: d) Amir Khusrow

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Alauddin Masud Shah I introduced a new coinage system during his rule. What was the name of the currency introduced?
a) Taka
b) Rupee
c) Dinar
d) Dirham
Answer: a) Taka

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Alauddin Masud Shah I was known for his military prowess. Which major military victory is attributed to his reign?
a) Battle of Plassey
b) Battle of Tarain
c) Battle of Chandawar
d) Battle of Haldighati
Answer: c) Battle of Chandawar

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Alauddin Masud Shah I was a patron of Islamic scholarship. He established several educational institutions and libraries. One of his renowned libraries was known as:
a) Al-Qarawiyyin Library
b) Bayt al-Hikmah
c) Dar al-Kutub
d) Raza Library
Answer: b) Bayt al-Hikmah

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Alauddin Masud Shah I’s reign witnessed advancements in architecture. Which architectural style was prominent during his rule?
a) Mughal architecture
b) Rajput architecture
c) Bengali terracotta architecture
d) Indo-Islamic architecture
Answer: c) Bengali terracotta architecture

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Alauddin Masud Shah I was known for his policies that promoted social welfare. Which sector did he particularly focus on to uplift the marginalized sections of society?
a) Healthcare
b) Education
c) Agriculture
d) Trade
Answer: b) Education

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Who was the ninth Mughal emperor?
a) Farrukhsiyar
b) Aurangzeb
c) Shah Jahan
d) Jahandar Shah
Answer: a) Farrukhsiyar

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In which year did Farrukhsiyar become the Mughal emperor?
a) 1708
b) 1712
c) 1713
d) 1720
Answer: c) 1713

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What was Farrukhsiyar’s full name?
a) Farrukhsiyar Shah
b) Farrukhsiyar Alamgir
c) Muhammad Farrukhsiyar
d) Shah Farrukh Alam
Answer: c) Muhammad Farrukhsiyar

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How long did Farrukhsiyar rule as the Mughal emperor?
a) 3 years
b) 6 years
c) 9 years
d) 12 years
Answer: b) 6 years

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Who was Farrukhsiyar’s predecessor?
a) Aurangzeb
b) Shah Jahan
c) Jahandar Shah
d) Bahadur Shah I
Answer: c) Jahandar Shah

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Which powerful nobleman played a significant role in Farrukhsiyar’s rise to power?
a) Raja Jai Singh II
b) Nizam-ul-Mulk
c) Zulfiqar Khan
d) Saadat Khan
Answer: b) Nizam-ul-Mulk

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Which regional power posed a threat to Farrukhsiyar’s rule?
a) Maratha Empire
b) Safavid Empire
c) Ottoman Empire
d) Sikh Empire
Answer: a) Maratha Empire

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Who orchestrated Farrukhsiyar’s downfall and eventual capture?
a) Nizam-ul-Mulk
b) Sayyid brothers
c) Chin Qilich Khan
d) Roshanara Begum
Answer: b) Sayyid brothers

Who succeeded Farrukhsiyar as the Mughal emperor?
a) Muhammad Shah
b) Ahmad Shah Bahadur
c) Alamgir II
d) Shah Alam II
Answer: a) Muhammad Shah

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What was Farrukhsiyar’s fate after being deposed as the Mughal emperor?
a) He was imprisoned for life
b) He was exiled
c) He was executed
d) He was reinstated as emperor
Answer: a) He was imprisoned for life

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What was the major conflict that occurred during Farrukhsiyar’s reign?
a) War of Succession
b) Battle of Plassey
c) Battle of Buxar
d) Siege of Delhi
Answer: a) War of Succession

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Who was Farrukhsiyar’s chief advisor and influential nobleman?
a) Nizam-ul-Mulk
b) Zulfiqar Khan
c) Saadat Khan
d) Chin Qilich Khan
Answer: b) Zulfiqar Khan

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Which influential queen played a significant role in Farrukhsiyar’s court?
a) Nur Jahan
b) Jahanara Begum
c) Roshanara Begum
d) Mumtaz Mahal
Answer: c) Roshanara Begum

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Hasanpur?
a) Farrukhsiyar emerged victorious
b) The Marathas defeated Farrukhsiyar’s forces
c) The Sayyid brothers were defeated
d) The Battle ended in a stalemate
Answer: b) The Marathas defeated Farrukhsiyar’s forces

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How did Farrukhsiyar’s rule impact the relationship between the Mughal Empire and the East India Company?
a) It strengthened their alliance
b) It led to a trade embargo
c) It resulted in a military conflict
d) It had no significant impact
Answer: c) It resulted in a military conflict

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Which influential Sikh leader clashed with Farrukhsiyar’s forces in the Battle of Sadhaura?
a) Guru Gobind Singh
b) Banda Singh Bahadur
c) Ranjit Singh
d) Guru Tegh Bahadur
Answer: b) Banda Singh Bahadur

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Who was responsible for Farrukhsiyar’s capture and subsequent execution?
a) Sayyid brothers
b) Nizam-ul-Mulk
c) Marathas
d) Sikh rebels
Answer: a) Sayyid brothers

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Which region of India experienced significant political instability during Farrukhsiyar’s reign?
a) Bengal
b) Gujarat
c) Rajasthan
d) Punjab
Answer: a) Bengal

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What was Farrukhsiyar’s attitude towards the British East India Company?
a) He favored their presence and trade
b) He resisted their influence and trade
c) He ignored their presence
d) He formed an alliance against them
Answer: a) He favored their presence and trade

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How did Farrukhsiyar’s reign impact the overall stability of the Mughal Empire?
a) It marked a period of relative stability and consolidation
b) It further weakened the empire’s stability
c) It led to a resurgence of Mughal power and influence
d) It had no significant impact on stability
Answer: b) It further weakened the empire’s stability

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When did Aurangzeb become the sixth Mughal emperor?
a) 1605
b) 1628
c) 1658
d) 1707
Answer: c) 1658

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What was Aurangzeb’s full name?
a) Shah Jahan
b) Jahangir
c) Abu’l Muzaffar Muhi-ud-Din Muhammad Aurangzeb
d) Akbar
Answer: c) Abu’l Muzaffar Muhi-ud-Din Muhammad Aurangzeb

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Which city did Aurangzeb make his capital?
a) Agra
b) Delhi
c) Lahore
d) Jaipur
Answer: b) Delhi

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Aurangzeb was known for his religious policies. Which of the following statements is true about his religious policies?
a) He enforced a policy of religious tolerance and harmony.
b) He abolished the jizya tax on non-Muslims.
c) He implemented a strict version of Islamic law and promoted the spread of Islam.
d) He allowed the construction of Hindu temples.
Answer: c) He implemented a strict version of Islamic law and promoted the spread of Islam.

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Aurangzeb is often criticized for his treatment of which Mughal emperor?
a) Babur
b) Humayun
c) Akbar
d) Shah Jahan
Answer: d) Shah Jahan

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How long did Aurangzeb rule as the Mughal emperor?
a) 20 years
b) 30 years
c) 40 years
d) 50 years
Answer: c) 40 years

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Which of the following was a significant event during Aurangzeb’s reign?
a) Construction of the Taj Mahal
b) Battle of Plassey
c) Siege of Golconda
d) Battle of Panipat
Answer: c) Siege of Golconda

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Which of the following regions faced major rebellions during Aurangzeb’s rule?
a) Bengal
b) Punjab
c) Gujarat
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

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What was Aurangzeb’s stance on the arts and culture?
a) He was a patron of the arts and encouraged cultural development.
b) He banned the construction of new monuments and discouraged artistic expression.
c) He promoted traditional Mughal architecture and commissioned several buildings.
d) He had no interest in the arts and culture.
Answer: b) He banned the construction of new monuments and discouraged artistic expression.

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How did Aurangzeb’s reign impact the Mughal Empire?
a) The empire expanded to its greatest extent under his rule.
b) The empire faced significant political and economic challenges.
c) The empire experienced a period of religious tolerance and cultural flourishing.
d) The empire became a major center of trade and commerce.
Answer: b) The empire faced significant political and economic challenges.

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Which region of India did Aurangzeb face the most resistance from?
a) Rajasthan
b) Punjab
c) Bengal
d) Deccan
Answer: d) Deccan

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How did Aurangzeb’s policies towards the Rajputs differ from those of his predecessors?
a) He formed alliances with the Rajputs and treated them as equals.
b) He suppressed the power of the Rajputs and imposed stricter control over them.
c) He granted the Rajputs autonomy and allowed them to rule their territories independently.
d) He abolished the Rajput kingdoms and incorporated them directly into the Mughal Empire.
Answer: b) He suppressed the power of the Rajputs and imposed stricter control over them.

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Which famous Maratha warrior challenged Aurangzeb’s rule?
a) Shivaji
b) Rana Pratap
c) Guru Gobind Singh
d) Raja Todar Mal
Answer: a) Shivaji

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What was the primary reason for Aurangzeb’s conflict with the Sikh community?
a) Sikhism posed a threat to the Mughal Empire’s religious unity.
b) Sikh leaders refused to pay taxes to the Mughal government.
c) Aurangzeb considered Sikhism a heretical sect and aimed to suppress it.
d) The Sikh community supported rival claimants to the Mughal throne.
Answer: c) Aurangzeb considered Sikhism a heretical sect and aimed to suppress it.

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Which Mughal architectural masterpiece was commissioned by Aurangzeb?
a) Red Fort, Delhi
b) Fatehpur Sikri
c) Shalimar Gardens
d) Bibi Ka Maqbara
Answer: d) Bibi Ka Maqbara

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How did Aurangzeb’s reign impact the economy of the Mughal Empire?
a) The economy thrived due to increased trade and agricultural productivity.
b) The empire faced economic stagnation and decline.
c) Aurangzeb implemented progressive economic policies that stimulated growth.
d) The empire became a major center for the production of luxury goods.
Answer: b) The empire faced economic stagnation and decline.

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Which famous Sufi saint opposed Aurangzeb’s policies and was imprisoned by him?
a) Moinuddin Chishti
b) Nizamuddin Auliya
c) Baba Farid
d) Sheikh Salim Chishti
Answer: b) Nizamuddin Auliya

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How did Aurangzeb’s reign impact the relationship between the Mughal Empire and the British East India Company?
a) Aurangzeb established a strong alliance with the British East India Company.
b) The British East India Company gained significant power and influence during Aurangzeb’s reign.
c) Aurangzeb expelled the British East India Company from India.
d) The British East India Company faced several setbacks and challenges during Aurangzeb’s rule.
Answer: b) The British East India Company gained significant power and influence during Aurangzeb’s reign.

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What was Aurangzeb’s policy towards the Marathas?
a) He granted them autonomy and allowed them to rule their territories independently.
b) He formed alliances with the Marathas and treated them as equals.
c) He suppressed the power of the Marathas and imposed stricter control over them.
d) He considered the Marathas loyal subjects and appointed Maratha leaders to prominent positions in his government.
Answer: c) He suppressed the power of the Marathas and imposed stricter control over them.

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Which of the following rebellions posed a significant challenge to Aurangzeb’s rule?
a) Jat rebellion
b) Ahom rebellion
c) Mewar rebellion
d) Bishnoi rebellion
Answer: a) Jat rebellion

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How did Aurangzeb handle the affairs of the Mughal Empire in his later years?
a) He delegated more power to his trusted officials.
b) He abdicated the throne and retired from public life.
c) He became more personally involved in administrative matters.
d) He appointed his eldest son as his regent.
Answer: c) He became more personally involved in administrative matters.

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What was Aurangzeb’s policy towards the non-Muslim population of the Mughal Empire?
a) He granted religious freedom and promoted interfaith dialogue.
b) He enforced a strict conversion policy and imposed Islamic laws on non-Muslims.
c) He encouraged the growth of non-Muslim communities and protected their rights.
d) He had a neutral stance and did not interfere with the religious practices of non-Muslims.
Answer: b) He enforced a strict conversion policy and imposed Islamic laws on non-Muslims.

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Who succeeded Aurangzeb as the next Mughal emperor?
a) Bahadur Shah I
b) Muhammad Shah
c) Shah Alam II
d) Bahadur Shah II
Answer: a) Bahadur Shah I

Which of the following territories did Aurangzeb annex during his reign?
a) Assam
b) Bengal
c) Kashmir
d) Malabar
Answer: b) Bengal

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How did Aurangzeb’s policies impact the relationship between the Mughal Empire and the Hindu majority population?
a) Hindu-Muslim relations improved significantly under Aurangzeb’s rule.
b) Aurangzeb imposed heavy taxes on Hindus and restricted their religious practices.
c) He provided equal opportunities for Hindus in government and military positions.
d) He promoted interfaith harmony and tolerance among Hindus and Muslims.
Answer: b) Aurangzeb imposed heavy taxes on Hindus and restricted their religious practices.

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What was Aurangzeb’s approach towards the Deccan Sultanates?
a) He sought peaceful coexistence and diplomatic alliances with the Deccan Sultanates.
b) Aurangzeb launched military campaigns to conquer and annex the Deccan Sultanates.
c) He recognized the sovereignty of the Deccan Sultanates and formed trade agreements.
d) Aurangzeb delegated the administration of the Deccan Sultanates to local rulers.
Answer: b) Aurangzeb launched military campaigns to conquer and annex the Deccan Sultanates.

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Which prominent Mughal nobleman rebelled against Aurangzeb and declared himself the emperor?
a) Mir Jumla
b) Dara Shikoh
c) Murad Baksh
d) Aurangzeb’s own son, Akbar
Answer: b) Dara Shikoh

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How did Aurangzeb’s policies impact the practice of Sufism in the Mughal Empire?
a) He embraced and promoted Sufism as a form of spiritual expression.
b) Aurangzeb discouraged and suppressed Sufi practices.
c) He patronized Sufi saints and built several dargahs (shrines).
d) Aurangzeb remained indifferent to the activities of Sufi orders.
Answer: b) Aurangzeb discouraged and suppressed Sufi practices.

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Who was the ruler of the Tughlaq dynasty from 1351 to 1388?
a) Alauddin Khilji
b) Firuz Shah Tughlaq
c) Akbar the Great
d) Sher Shah Suri
Answer: b) Firuz Shah Tughlaq

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq was the successor of which Tughlaq ruler?
a) Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
b) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
c) Balban
d) Iltutmish
Answer: b) Muhammad bin Tughlaq

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Which city did Firuz Shah Tughlaq choose as his capital?
a) Delhi
b) Agra
c) Jaunpur
d) Fatehabad
Answer: a) Delhi

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq is known for building several monuments in Delhi. Which of the following monuments was not built by him?
a) Hauz Khas Complex
b) Firoz Shah Kotla
c) Tughlaqabad Fort
d) Qutub Minar
Answer: d) Qutub Minar

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Which of the following administrative reforms was introduced by Firuz Shah Tughlaq?
a) Introduction of the Iqta system
b) Establishment of a postal system
c) Implementation of the Mansabdari system
d) Creation of the Dagh system
Answer: b) Establishment of a postal system

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq was known for his patronage of which of the following fields?
a) Literature and poetry
b) Music and dance
c) Architecture and art
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq was succeeded by which of the following rulers?
a) Ibrahim Lodi
b) Babur
c) Sikandar Lodi
d) Sher Shah Suri
Answer: c) Sikandar Lodi

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq’s reign is often characterized by which of the following?
a) Economic prosperity and stability
b) Military conquests and expansion
c) Religious tolerance and cultural development
d) Political instability and revolts
Answer: c) Religious tolerance and cultural development

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Which famous historical figure visited Firuz Shah Tughlaq’s court and wrote about it in his memoirs?
a) Ibn Battuta
b) Marco Polo
c) Babur
d) Raja Raja Chola
Answer: a) Ibn Battuta

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq is known for his compilation of historical and administrative records. What was this compilation called?
a) Tughlaqnama
b) Baburnama
c) Ain-i-Akbari
d) Tuzuk-i-Jahangiri
Answer: a) Tughlaqnama

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq implemented a tax system called “Kharaj” that was primarily levied on:
a) Agricultural land
b) Trade and commerce
c) Luxury goods
d) Personal income
Answer: a) Agricultural land

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq’s reign saw the construction of several irrigation canals. One of the prominent canals built during his time was:
a) Yamuna Canal
b) Ganga Canal
c) Sutlej Canal
d) Indira Gandhi Canal
Answer: b) Ganga Canal

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq was a prolific builder of mosques. One of his notable mosque constructions is:
a) Jama Masjid, Delhi
b) Moti Masjid, Agra
c) Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra, Ajmer
d) Badshahi Mosque, Lahore
Answer: a) Jama Masjid, Delhi

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq established a hospital in Delhi that offered free medical treatment and medicines. What was the name of this hospital?
a) Dar-ul-Shifa
b) Shalimar Hospital
c) AIIMS
d) Safdarjung Hospital
Answer: a) Dar-ul-Shifa

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq was known for his policies promoting education. He founded several:
a) Madrasas
b) Gurukuls
c) Universities
d) Libraries
Answer: a) Madrasas

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq introduced a standardized currency during his reign. What was the name of the currency?
a) Tanka
b) Dinar
c) Rupee
d) Dirham
Answer: a) Tanka

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The “Firuz Shahi” style of architecture is associated with the reign of Firuz Shah Tughlaq. It is characterized by the extensive use of:
a) Red sandstone
b) Marble
c) Limestone
d) Granite
Answer: a) Red sandstone

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq was an avid collector of ancient artifacts. He established a royal museum in Delhi known as:
a) Feroz Shah Museum
b) National Museum
c) Victoria and Albert Museum
d) Indian Museum
Answer: a) Feroz Shah Museum

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq is credited with the construction of a grand palace in Delhi that had a unique feature called “Firuzabad”. What was this feature?
a) An artificial lake
b) A grand throne room
c) A labyrinthine garden
d) A miniature replica of the city
Answer: a) An artificial lake

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Firuz Shah Tughlaq’s reign marked the decline of the Tughlaq dynasty. He faced significant challenges from rebellions led by:
a) Rajputs
b) Marathas
c) Mongols
d) Pashtuns
Answer: c) Mongols

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Who was Khizar Khan?
a) A famous poet
b) A renowned scientist
c) A powerful ruler
d) A prominent philosopher
Answer: c) A powerful ruler

When did Khizar Khan reign?
a) 1414-1416
b) 1416-1418
c) 1418-1420
d) 1420-1421
Answer: a) 1414-1416

Which empire did Khizar Khan rule over?
a) Ottoman Empire
b) Mughal Empire
c) Timurid Empire
d) Byzantine Empire
Answer: c) Timurid Empire

What was Khizar Khan’s title during his reign?
a) Emperor
b) Sultan
c) Shah
d) Khan
Answer: b) Sultan

Khizar Khan is known for establishing which dynasty?
a) Khilji Dynasty
b) Sayyid Dynasty
c) Lodi Dynasty
d) Tughlaq Dynasty
Answer: b) Sayyid Dynasty

Which city did Khizar Khan make his capital?
a) Delhi
b) Agra
c) Lahore
d) Lucknow
Answer: a) Delhi

Khizar Khan was known for his patronage of which field?
a) Literature
b) Architecture
c) Music
d) Medicine
Answer: b) Architecture

Who succeeded Khizar Khan as the ruler of the Sayyid Dynasty?
a) Sikander Lodi
b) Ibrahim Lodi
c) Bahlul Lodi
d) Alauddin Alam Shah
Answer: d) Alauddin Alam Shah

During Khizar Khan’s reign, the Timurid Empire was primarily located in which region?
a) Europe
b) Africa
c) South Asia
d) East Asia
Answer: c) South Asia

What was Khizar Khan’s most notable achievement as a ruler?
a) Establishing a strong naval fleet
b) Implementing economic reforms
c) Expanding the empire’s territory
d) Advancing scientific research
Answer: c) Expanding the empire’s territory

Which famous historical figure was Khizar Khan a contemporary of?
a) Genghis Khan
b) Alexander the Great
c) Sultan Mehmed II
d) Emperor Ashoka
Answer: c) Sultan Mehmed II

Khizar Khan was of which ethnic background?
a) Persian
b) Turkish
c) Arab
d) Mongol
Answer: b) Turkish

Under Khizar Khan’s rule, the Timurid Empire experienced a period of:
a) Cultural decline
b) Economic prosperity
c) Religious conflict
d) Political instability
Answer: b) Economic prosperity

Khizar Khan’s reign marked a resurgence of power for the:
a) Timurid Empire
b) Safavid Empire
c) Abbasid Caliphate
d) Mamluk Sultanate
Answer: a) Timurid Empire

Which notable architectural landmark was commissioned by Khizar Khan?
a) Taj Mahal
b) Hagia Sophia
c) Red Fort
d) Humayun’s Tomb
Answer: c) Red Fort

What was Khizar Khan’s policy towards religious tolerance?
a) Strictly enforced religious orthodoxy
b) Promoted a policy of religious unity and tolerance
c) Persecuted religious minorities
d) Banned the practice of any religion other than Islam
Answer: b) Promoted a policy of religious unity and tolerance

Khizar Khan’s reign came to an end as a result of:
a) Assassination
b) Natural death
c) Overthrow by a rival dynasty
d) Abdication
Answer: d) Abdication

Which famous Sufi saint was associated with Khizar Khan’s court?
a) Rumi
b) Ibn Arabi
c) Al-Ghazali
d) Shah Jalal
Answer: b) Ibn Arabi

What was the literary contribution of Khizar Khan during his reign?
a) Composed epic poems
b) Sponsored the translation of classical works
c) Established libraries across the empire
d) Wrote treatises on political philosophy
Answer: c) Established libraries across the empire

Khizar Khan’s reign is often regarded as a period of:
a) Renaissance
b) Enlightenment
c) Political turmoil
d) Golden age
Answer: d) Golden age

When did the Khilafat Movement take place?
a) 1919-1924
b) 1905-1911
c) 1930-1934
d) 1942-1946
Answer: a) 1919-1924

Who were the leaders of the Khilafat Movement?
a) Mahatma Gandhi and Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Jawaharlal Nehru and Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
c) Maulana Muhammad Ali and Maulana Shaukat Ali
d) Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Lala Lajpat Rai
Answer: c) Maulana Muhammad Ali and Maulana Shaukat Ali

What was the main objective of the Khilafat Movement?
a) To demand complete independence from British rule
b) To fight for the rights of Indian farmers
c) To support the cause of the Khilafat in Turkey
d) To protest against the Partition of Bengal
Answer: c) To support the cause of the Khilafat in Turkey

Who was the last Caliph of the Ottoman Empire during the Khilafat Movement?
a) Sultan Abdul Hamid II
b) Sultan Mehmed V
c) Sultan Mehmed VI
d) Sultan Mustafa Kemal Atatürk
Answer: c) Sultan Mehmed VI

Which event triggered the Khilafat Movement?
a) The Jallianwala Bagh Massacre
b) The Rowlatt Act
c) The Partition of Bengal
d) The abolishment of the Ottoman Caliphate
Answer: d) The abolishment of the Ottoman Caliphate

Which organization played a significant role in organizing the Khilafat Movement in India?
a) Indian National Congress (INC)
b) Muslim League
c) Khilafat Committee
d) All India Kisan Sabha
Answer: c) Khilafat Committee

Which famous non-violent protest was associated with the Khilafat Movement?
a) Dandi March
b) Non-Cooperation Movement
c) Quit India Movement
d) Salt Satyagraha
Answer: b) Non-Cooperation Movement

What was the outcome of the Khilafat Movement?
a) The restoration of the Ottoman Caliphate
b) The complete independence of India
c) The overthrow of the British Raj
d) The movement gradually faded away without achieving its objectives
Answer: d) The movement gradually faded away without achieving its objectives

Who was the British Viceroy of India during the Khilafat Movement?
a) Lord Chelmsford
b) Lord Mountbatten
c) Lord Curzon
d) Lord Harding
Answer: a) Lord Chelmsford

Which city in India was a major center of the Khilafat Movement?
a) Delhi
b) Lahore
c) Kolkata
d) Mumbai
Answer: b) Lahore

Who coined the term “Khilafat Movement”?
a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) Abul Kalam Azad
d) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Answer: d) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad

Which political party supported the Khilafat Movement in India?
a) Indian National Congress (INC)
b) Muslim League
c) Communist Party of India (CPI)
d) Hindu Mahasabha
Answer: a) Indian National Congress (INC)

Which country controlled the Ottoman Empire during the Khilafat Movement?
a) France
b) Germany
c) Russia
d) United Kingdom
Answer: d) United Kingdom

What was the main demand of the Khilafat Movement regarding the Treaty of Sèvres?
a) Complete abolition of the treaty
b) Revision of the terms in favor of the Ottoman Empire
c) Inclusion of Indian representatives in the negotiations
d) Recognition of Indian independence
Answer: b) Revision of the terms in favor of the Ottoman Empire

Which significant event led to the suspension of the Non-Cooperation Movement and affected the Khilafat Movement?
a) The assassination of Mahatma Gandhi
b) The death of Maulana Muhammad Ali
c) The Chauri Chaura incident
d) The partition of India
Answer: c) The Chauri Chaura incident

Who was the spiritual leader who supported the Khilafat Movement and had a significant influence on Mahatma Gandhi?
a) Allama Iqbal
b) Syed Ahmed Khan
c) Maulana Azad
d) Maulana Abdul Bari Firangi Mahali
Answer: d) Maulana Abdul Bari Firangi Mahali

Which organization was formed as a result of the merger of the Khilafat Movement and the Congress?
a) Indian National Congress (INC)
b) Khilafat Congress
c) Indian National Khilafat Movement (INKM)
d) All India Khilafat Committee
Answer: d) All India Khilafat Committee

What was the primary mode of protest during the Khilafat Movement?
a) Boycott of British goods
b) Civil disobedience
c) Armed rebellion
d) Peaceful negotiations
Answer: a) Boycott of British goods

Who represented the Khilafat Movement at the Third Round Table Conference in London?
a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) Maulana Muhammad Ali
d) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah

Which significant event marked the end of the Khilafat Movement?
a) The resignation of Mahatma Gandhi from the Congress
b) The death of Maulana Shaukat Ali
c) The collapse of the Ottoman Empire
d) The arrest of Maulana Muhammad Ali
Answer: c) The collapse of the Ottoman Empire

Which famous Indian poet composed a poem expressing solidarity with the Khilafat Movement?
a) Rabindranath Tagore
b) Mirza Ghalib
c) Allama Iqbal
d) Sarojini Naidu
Answer: a) Rabindranath Tagore

Which country provided significant financial support to the Khilafat Movement in India?
a) Saudi Arabia
b) Egypt
c) Afghanistan
d) Turkey
Answer: d) Turkey

Who led the famous “Silk Letter Movement” during the Khilafat Movement?
a) Maulana Muhammad Ali
b) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
c) Maulana Shaukat Ali
d) Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: c) Maulana Shaukat Ali

Which major event in Indian history overshadowed the Khilafat Movement?
a) The Partition of India
b) The Quit India Movement
c) The Indian Independence Act
d) The assassination of Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: a) The Partition of India

What was the role of women in the Khilafat Movement?
a) They actively participated in protests and boycotts.
b) They were not allowed to participate due to cultural norms.
c) They provided financial and moral support to the movement.
d) They organized separate women-only movements.
Answer: c) They provided financial and moral support to the movement.

Which prominent Indian leader initially disagreed with the Khilafat Movement but later supported it?
a) Jawaharlal Nehru
b) Vallabhbhai Patel
c) Bhagat Singh
d) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: b) Vallabhbhai Patel

Which British report severely criticized the Khilafat Movement and its leaders?
a) Hunter Commission Report
b) Simon Commission Report
c) Rowlatt Commission Report
d) Nehru Report
Answer: a) Hunter Commission Report

What was the impact of the Khilafat Movement on Hindu-Muslim unity?
a) It strengthened Hindu-Muslim unity.
b) It deepened divisions between Hindus and Muslims.
c) It had no significant impact on Hindu-Muslim relations.
d) It led to the formation of a separate Muslim political party.
Answer: a) It strengthened Hindu-Muslim unity.

Which Indian newspaper played a crucial role in spreading the message of the Khilafat Movement?
a) The Hindustan Times
b) The Times of India
c) Al-Hilal
d) The Indian Express
Answer: c) Al-Hilal

Who among the following was not associated with the Khilafat Movement?
a) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
b) Motilal Nehru
c) Maulana Mohammad Ali Jauhar
d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

When was the All India Muslim League founded?
a) 1906
b) 1919
c) 1947
d) 1952
Answer: a) 1906

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Who was the founder of the All India Muslim League?

a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Liaquat Ali Khan
c) Syed Ahmed Khan
d) Aga Khan III
Answer: d) Aga Khan III

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What was the primary objective of the All India Muslim League?
a) To demand a separate Muslim state
b) To promote Muslim education
c) To seek social reforms for Muslims
d) To participate in the Indian National Congress
Answer: c) To seek social reforms for Muslims

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Which session of the All India Muslim League is known as the “Lahore Resolution” or “Pakistan Resolution”?
a) 1906 session
b) 1929 session
c) 1940 session
d) 1946 session
Answer: c) 1940 session

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Who presented the Lahore Resolution or Pakistan Resolution?
a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
c) Jawaharlal Nehru
d) Liaquat Ali Khan
Answer: a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah

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The All India Muslim League played a significant role in the creation of which country?
a) Pakistan
b) Bangladesh
c) Afghanistan
d) Iran
Answer: a) Pakistan

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Which political leader was also a member of the All India Muslim League before later becoming the first Governor-General of Pakistan?
a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Liaquat Ali Khan
c) Jawaharlal Nehru
d) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Answer: a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah

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What was the significance of the Lucknow Pact signed in 1916?
a) It united the All India Muslim League and the Indian National Congress.
b) It demanded separate electorates for Muslims.
c) It advocated for the creation of Pakistan.
d) It led to the partition of India.
Answer: a) It united the All India Muslim League and the Indian National Congress.

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Which Muslim leader served as the President of the All India Muslim League for the longest period?
a) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
b) Liaquat Ali Khan
c) Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar
d) Sir Muhammad Zafrulla Khan
Answer: c) Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar

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The All India Muslim League played a crucial role in which historical event?
a) Indian Independence Movement
b) First War of Independence (1857)
c) Partition of Bengal
d) Quit India Movement
Answer: a) Indian Independence Movement

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Who was the first president of the All India Muslim League?
a) Aga Khan III
b) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
c) Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
d) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
Answer: a) Aga Khan III

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Which session of the All India Muslim League marked the adoption of the Two-Nation Theory?
a) 1906 session
b) 1930 session
c) 1940 session
d) 1946 session
Answer: c) 1940 session

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The All India Muslim League initially aimed to represent the interests of which group of people?
a) Indian Muslims
b) Indian Hindus
c) Indian Sikhs
d) British colonialists
Answer: a) Indian Muslims

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Who served as the second president of the All India Muslim League after Aga Khan III?
a) Liaquat Ali Khan
b) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
c) Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar
d) Sir Muhammad Iqbal
Answer: c) Maulana Muhammad Ali Jauhar

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What was the demand of the All India Muslim League in the Delhi Muslim Proposals of 1927?
a) Separate electorates for Muslims
b) Hindu-Muslim unity
c) Greater representation for Muslims in the government
d) Independence from British rule
Answer: b) Hindu-Muslim unity

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Who was the first female president of the All India Muslim League?
a) Fatima Jinnah
b) Begum Jahanara Shahnawaz
c) Begum Ra’ana Liaquat Ali Khan
d) Begum Shah Nawaz
Answer: b) Begum Jahanara Shahnawaz

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In which year did the All India Muslim League adopt the Lahore Resolution?
a) 1920
b) 1929
c) 1940
d) 1946
Answer: c) 1940

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The All India Muslim League played a crucial role in the creation of which country?
a) India
b) Bangladesh
c) Sri Lanka
d) Afghanistan
Answer: b) Bangladesh

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Who was the last president of the All India Muslim League before it transformed into the All Pakistan Muslim League?
a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Khawaja Nazimuddin
c) Liaquat Ali Khan
d) Chaudhry Khaliquzzaman
Answer: d) Chaudhry Khaliquzzaman

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Which party emerged as the successor to the All India Muslim League after the partition of India?
a) Indian National Congress
b) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)
c) All Pakistan Muslim League
d) Communist Party of India
Answer: c) All Pakistan Muslim League

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When did the partition of Bengal take place?
a) 1905
b) 1947
c) 1947
d) 1971
Answer: a) 1905

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Who was the Viceroy of India when the partition of Bengal was implemented?
a) Lord Curzon
b) Lord Mountbatten
c) Lord Cornwallis
d) Lord Dalhousie
Answer: a) Lord Curzon

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Which British official played a key role in the partition of Bengal?
a) Lord Macaulay
b) Lord Curzon
c) Lord Hastings
d) Lord Cornwallis
Answer: b) Lord Curzon

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What was the main reason behind the partition of Bengal?
a) Administrative convenience
b) Religious conflict
c) Economic development
d) Linguistic differences
Answer: a) Administrative convenience

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Which province was created as a result of the partition of Bengal?
a) East Bengal
b) West Bengal
c) Bihar
d) Assam
Answer: a) East Bengal

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Which city became the capital of East Bengal after the partition?
a) Dhaka
b) Kolkata
c) Chittagong
d) Rajshahi
Answer: a) Dhaka

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Who opposed the partition of Bengal through the Swadeshi Movement?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) Rabindranath Tagore
d) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: c) Rabindranath Tagore

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When was the partition of Bengal annulled?
a) 1906
b) 1947
c) 1950
d) 1971
Answer: a) 1906

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Which Indian political party was formed in response to the partition of Bengal?
a) Indian National Congress
b) Muslim League
c) Communist Party of India
d) All India Trinamool Congress
Answer: a) Indian National Congress

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Who was the first Governor of the newly formed province of East Bengal?
a) Khawaja Nazimuddin
b) Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy
c) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
d) A. K. Fazlul Huq
Answer: d) A. K. Fazlul Huq

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Which religious communities were divided as a result of the partition of Bengal?
a) Hindus and Muslims
b) Hindus and Sikhs
c) Muslims and Sikhs
d) Muslims and Christians
Answer: a) Hindus and Muslims

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Which prominent Indian leader strongly criticized the partition of Bengal and called it the “day of doom”?
a) Mahatma Gandhi
b) Jawaharlal Nehru
c) Bhagat Singh
d) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: a) Mahatma Gandhi

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Which region of Bengal was initially included in the new province of Eastern Bengal and Assam after the partition?
a) Chittagong
b) Rajshahi
c) Khulna
d) Sylhet
Answer: d) Sylhet

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Which British official succeeded Lord Curzon as Viceroy of India and played a role in the annulment of the partition of Bengal?
a) Lord Irwin
b) Lord Mountbatten
c) Lord Minto
d) Lord Reading
Answer: c) Lord Minto

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What was the primary objective of the British government behind the partition of Bengal?
a) To weaken the Indian independence movement
b) To promote economic development in Bengal
c) To improve administrative efficiency
d) To address religious tensions
Answer: c) To improve administrative efficiency

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Which prominent Indian leader supported the partition of Bengal and believed it would benefit the Muslims of the region?
a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
b) Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
c) Motilal Nehru
d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: a) Muhammad Ali Jinnah

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How did the partition of Bengal contribute to the growth of the Indian independence movement?
a) It led to widespread protests and boycotts against British goods.
b) It intensified communal tensions and conflicts.
c) It inspired other regions to demand separate provinces.
d) It facilitated greater unity among diverse religious communities.
Answer: a) It led to widespread protests and boycotts against British goods.

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Which famous resolution was passed during the Swadeshi Movement against the partition of Bengal?
a) Lahore Resolution
b) Karachi Resolution
c) Lucknow Pact
d) Delhi Declaration
Answer: c) Lucknow Pact

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Which Indian Nobel laureate actively participated in the anti-partition movement and composed patriotic songs?
a) Rabindranath Tagore
b) C. V. Raman
c) Amartya Sen
d) Kailash Satyarthi
Answer: a) Rabindranath Tagore

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Which year marked the reunification of Bengal after the annulment of the partition?
a) 1906
b) 1911
c) 1947
d) 1971
Answer: b) 1911

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