Early medieval invasions and Sultanates - Arab conquest of Sindh, Muslim invasions, Slave dynasty, Alauddin Khilji, Tughlaqs, Society, religion and culture under Vijayanagar rule - Question Bank
1. The economic prosperity of the Vijayanagar Empire was also boosted by its control over the lucrative trade in:
2. The socio-religious movement associated with the Vijayanagar period, emphasizing Bhakti, was led by figures like:
3. The Vijayanagar rulers' policy towards their feudatories (Nayakas) was:
4. The Vijayanagar Empire faced significant cultural exchange with:
5. The city of Jaunpur was founded by Feroz Shah Tughlaq in memory of:
6. Balban's theory of kingship emphasized:
7. The 'Chihalgani' or 'The Forty', a council of Turkish nobles, was a significant power block during the reign of:
8. The first major Muslim invasion of North India that established a lasting Sultanate was led by:
9. The 'Diwan-i-Kohi' (Department of Agriculture) was established by which ruler to promote cultivation?
10. Which historical event marked the end of the direct rule of the Tughlaq dynasty over Delhi?
11. The Vijayanagar Empire's economy was heavily reliant on:
12. The term 'Amuktamalyada' refers to a significant literary work in Telugu, authored by:
13. The Vijayanagar rulers were great patrons of:
14. The practice of Sati was prevalent in the Vijayanagar society, as noted by foreign travelers. This indicates:
15. Which of the following was a major rival of the Vijayanagar Empire in the Deccan?
16. The Hampi ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are remnants of which historical entity?
17. The 'Nayankara' system in the Vijayanagar Empire was a form of:
18. The Vijayanagar rulers used the title 'Swayamvara' to signify:
19. The religious policy of the Vijayanagar rulers was generally:
20. Which of the following was a significant economic activity promoted by the Vijayanagar rulers?
21. The administrative system of the Vijayanagar Empire was characterized by:
22. Which European traveler visited the Vijayanagar Empire during the reign of Deva Raya II and described its grandeur?
23. The Battle of Talikota (1565) resulted in the defeat and decline of:
24. What was the primary language of administration and literature in the Vijayanagar Empire?
25. The 'Ashtadiggajas' were a group of eight renowned Telugu poets patronized by:
26. The famous Virupaksha Temple at Hampi is associated with which empire?
27. Krishnadevaraya was a contemporary of which Mughal emperor?
28. Which dynasty ruled the Vijayanagar Empire during its peak period under Krishnadevaraya?
29. The capital of the Vijayanagar Empire was:
30. The Vijayanagar Empire was founded in the 14th century by:
31. The Diwan-i-Bandagan, a department for slaves, was created by:
32. Feroz Shah Tughlaq established several cities, including:
33. Which ruler introduced the token currency system in India?
34. Muhammad bin Tughlaq is infamous for his controversial policy of:
35. The Tughlaq dynasty was founded by:
36. The Diwan-i-Arz, a military department, was established by:
37. Which of the following was NOT a reform of Alauddin Khilji?
38. Alauddin Khilji's market control policy was primarily aimed at:
39. The Khilji dynasty was founded by:
40. Who was known as the 'Lakh Baksh' (giver of lakhs)?
41. Balban, a ruler of the Slave Dynasty, adopted the policy of 'Blood and Iron' primarily to:
42. Iltutmish is known for introducing which administrative reform?
43. The famous 'Tughlaqnama' was written by which contemporary poet during the Tughlaq era?
44. Who completed the construction of the Qutub Minar?
45. The founder of the Slave Dynasty (Mamluk Dynasty) in Delhi was:
46. The Battle of Tarain (1191) saw Muhammad Ghori defeated by:
47. Mahmud of Ghazni famously raided which important Indian temple city multiple times?
48. Which ruler is credited with initiating the first significant Turkish invasions into India in the early 11th century?
49. The Arab conquest of Sindh primarily targeted which major city?
50. Who led the Arab conquest of Sindh in 712 CE?