Mughal Empire — Set 2
Indian History · मुगल साम्राज्य · Questions 11–20 of 120
The Battle of Haldighati (1576) was fought between the Mughal army and which Rajput ruler?
Correct Answer: B. Maharana Pratap
The Battle of Haldighati was fought between the Mughal army led by Man Singh and Maharana Pratap of Mewar. Although the Mughals won the field, Maharana Pratap escaped and continued guerrilla warfare. It is one of the most significant battles in Rajput history.
What was the name of the new religious order propounded by Akbar?
Correct Answer: A. Din-i-Ilahi
Akbar propounded a new syncretic religious order called 'Din-i-Ilahi' in 1582. It combined elements from Islam, Hinduism, Zoroastrianism, and Christianity. Birbal was the only Hindu among the courtiers to accept it.
Which Mughal Emperor is associated with the 'Chain of Justice' (Zanjir-i-Adil)?
Correct Answer: C. Jahangir
Jahangir installed the 'Chain of Justice' or Zanjir-i-Adil at the Agra Fort. Anyone seeking justice could pull the chain to ring bells and alert the Emperor directly. This reflected his commitment to providing justice to his subjects.
Who wrote 'Ain-i-Akbari', the detailed document on Akbar's administration?
Correct Answer: A. Abul Fazl
Abul Fazl wrote the 'Ain-i-Akbari', which serves as the third volume of the 'Akbarnama'. It provides detailed statistical information about Akbar's empire and administration. Abul Fazl was also a close friend and advisor to Akbar.
The English ambassador Sir Thomas Roe visited the court of which Mughal Emperor?
Correct Answer: C. Jahangir
Sir Thomas Roe visited the court of Jahangir in 1615 as an ambassador of King James I. He succeeded in securing permission for the East India Company to set up factories. He left a detailed account of the Mughal court.
Which Mughal Emperor's reign is considered the 'Golden Age of Mughal Architecture'?
Correct Answer: B. Shah Jahan
Shah Jahan's reign is known as the 'Golden Age of Mughal Architecture'. He built masterpieces like the Taj Mahal, Red Fort in Delhi, and Jama Masjid. His era saw the extensive use of white marble and pietra dura inlay work.
Who built the famous 'Buland Darwaza' at Fatehpur Sikri?
Correct Answer: B. Akbar
Akbar built the 'Buland Darwaza' (Gate of Victory) at Fatehpur Sikri. It was constructed to commemorate his victory over Gujarat in 1572-73. It is the highest gateway in the world.
The 'Peacock Throne' was commissioned by which Mughal Emperor?
Correct Answer: A. Shah Jahan
The 'Peacock Throne' (Takht-i-Taus) was commissioned by Shah Jahan. It was a jeweled throne placed in the Diwan-i-Khas of the Red Fort in Delhi. It was later looted by the Persian invader Nadir Shah in 1739.
Which Mughal Emperor assumed the title of 'Alamgir'?
Correct Answer: B. Aurangzeb
Aurangzeb assumed the title of 'Alamgir', which means 'Conqueror of the World'. He took this title after defeating his brothers in the war of succession. He ruled for nearly 49 years, matching Akbar's reign length.
Who was the Sikh Guru executed by the order of Aurangzeb?
Correct Answer: A. Guru Tegh Bahadur
Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Sikh Guru, was executed by Aurangzeb in 1675. He was executed in Delhi for refusing to convert to Islam and protecting the rights of Kashmiri Pandits. Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib marks the site of his execution.