Important Battles — Set 4
Days & Years · महत्वपूर्ण युद्ध · Questions 31–40 of 80
The Battle of Imphal and Kohima (1944) saw the defeat of which forces by the British and Indian troops?
Correct Answer: D. Japanese
These battles were the turning point of the Burma Campaign during World War II. The successful defense of Imphal and Kohima halted the Japanese invasion of India. It resulted in one of the greatest military defeats for Japan on land.
Which battle was fought in 1539 where Sher Shah Suri defeated Humayun for the first time?
Correct Answer: C. Battle of Chausa
In the Battle of Chausa, Sher Shah Suri's surprise attack led to a total rout of the Mughal army. Humayun barely escaped by jumping into the Ganges river with the help of a water-carrier. This victory gave Sher Shah the title of 'Sultan' and control over Bengal and Bihar.
The Battle of Kharda (1795) was the last major battle where all the Maratha chiefs fought together against?
Correct Answer: D. The Nizam of Hyderabad
The Maratha Confederacy achieved a decisive victory over the Nizam of Hyderabad at Kharda. It was a rare show of unity among the rival Maratha houses like Scindia, Holkar, and Peshwa. After this battle, the internal divisions within the Marathas increased, leading to their eventual decline.
The Battle of Ternate (1606) was a conflict between the Spanish and the Dutch for control over which trade item?
Correct Answer: D. Spices (Cloves)
Ternate was a major center for the clove trade in the 'Spice Islands' (modern Indonesia). Control over spices was the primary motivation for early European expansion in Asia. The conflict highlighted the intense rivalry between the Dutch and Spanish empires.
The Battle of Marathon (490 BCE) famously involved which two civilizations?
Correct Answer: A. Greeks and Persians
The Greeks defeated a much larger Persian invasion force at the plains of Marathon. According to legend, a messenger ran to Athens to deliver the news of victory and then collapsed. This run is the historical origin of the modern 42.195 km marathon race.
The Battle of Pratapgad (1659) is famous for the encounter between Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and?
Correct Answer: A. Afzal Khan
Shivaji Maharaj killed the Bijapuri general Afzal Khan during a one-on-one meeting and then defeated his leaderless army. This victory boosted the morale of the Marathas and established Shivaji as a formidable military leader. It is a defining moment in the history of the Maratha Empire.
The Battle of Valmy (1792) was a major turning point during which revolution?
Correct Answer: D. French Revolution
The victory of the French revolutionary army over the Prussians and Austrians prevented the collapse of the revolution. It led to the proclamation of the First French Republic the next day. This battle proved that a citizen-army could defeat professional royal armies.
The Battle of Agincourt (1415) is a famous victory for the English longbowmen during the?
Correct Answer: D. Hundred Years' War
The correct answer is 'Hundred Years' War'. King Henry V of England defeated a much larger French force despite his soldiers being exhausted and outnumbered. The English longbow played a critical role in overwhelming the French knights. This battle is immortalized in William Shakespeare's play 'Henry V'.
The Battle of Lepanto (1571) was a major naval engagement between the Holy League and which empire?
Correct Answer: A. Ottoman Empire
The Christian coalition (Holy League) defeated the Ottoman fleet in the Mediterranean Sea. It was the last major naval battle fought entirely with galleys (rowed ships). This victory prevented Ottoman control over the Mediterranean and protected Western Europe.
The Battle of Ten Kings resulted in the supremacy of which King?
Correct Answer: A. Sudas
King Sudas defeated a coalition of ten tribes, including the Purus and Yadus. This victory helped the Bharata tribe settle in the Brahmavarta region. It is the first major battle recorded in Indian literary history.