Medieval History — Set 5
Bihar GK · मध्यकालीन इतिहास · Questions 41–50 of 50
Which ruler defeated Humayun in the Battle of Kannauj (1540)?
Correct Answer: A. Sher Shah Suri
Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun at the Battle of Kannauj (Bilgram). This decisive defeat forced Humayun to flee India for 15 years. It marked the beginning of the Sur dynasty's rule over North India.
The famous Sufi shrine 'Badi Dargah' in Bihar Sharif belongs to whom?
Correct Answer: B. Makhdum Sharfuddin Yahya Maneri
The 'Badi Dargah' is the tomb of Makhdum Sharfuddin Yahya Maneri. He was a celebrated Sufi saint of the Firdausi order in Bihar. His letters, known as 'Maktubat', are famous in Sufi literature.
The great poet Vidyapati was associated with which language?
Correct Answer: C. Maithili
Vidyapati is the most celebrated poet of the Maithili language. He is often called 'Maithil Kavi Kokil' (Cuckoo of Maithili). His works also include texts in Sanskrit and Abhattha.
Whose tomb is located inside the Rohtasgarh Fort?
Correct Answer: D. Harisimhadeva
Harisimhadeva was the last great king of the Karnata dynasty of Mithila. He ruled during the early 14th century. He was forced to flee to Nepal after the invasion by Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq.
Which city served as the administrative headquarters of Sher Shah Suri before he captured Delhi?
Correct Answer: A. Sasaram
Sasaram was the jagir (fief) and administrative base of Sher Shah Suri. He started his administrative experiments here before applying them to the whole empire. It remains the site of his magnificent tomb.
Who is credited with rebuilding and modernizing the Grand Trunk Road?
Correct Answer: B. Sher Shah Suri
Sher Shah Suri is famously credited with rebuilding the Grand Trunk Road. He planted trees, dug wells, and built sarais (inns) along the road for travelers. This road connected the eastern and western parts of his empire.
In which year did Emperor Akbar finally annex Bihar into the Mughal Empire?
Correct Answer: C. 1576
Akbar annexed Bihar in 1576 after defeating the Afghan ruler Daud Khan Karrani. This conquest ended the independent status of the Bengal-Bihar region. From 1580 onwards, Bihar was constituted as a separate subah (province) of the Mughal Empire.
Who was the most famous poet in the court of the Karnata kings of Mithila?
Correct Answer: D. Vidyapati
Vidyapati was the court poet of the Karnata and Oinwar kings, particularly patronized by King Shiva Simha. His poetry, dedicated to Krishna and Radha, is immensely popular. He is a central figure in Maithili literature.
Who was the first ruler of the Pala Dynasty?
Correct Answer: A. Gopala
Gopala was the first ruler and founder of the Pala Dynasty around 750 AD. He rose to power through a democratic election by local chieftains to end anarchy. He united Bengal and Bihar under his rule.
Maner Sharif is famous for being a center of which religious tradition?
Correct Answer: B. Sufism
Maner Sharif is a prominent center of Sufism in Bihar. It houses the tombs of Sufi saints like Makhdum Yahya Maneri and Makhdum Shah Daulat. It has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries.