Mughal Empire — Set 7
Indian History · मुगल साम्राज्य · Questions 61–70 of 120
Which Mughal Emperor was defeated by Sher Shah Suri in the Battle of Kannauj (1540)?
Correct Answer: B. Humayun
Humayun was defeated by Sher Shah Suri in the Battle of Kannauj (also called Bilgram) in 1540. This defeat forced Humayun to leave India and live in exile for 15 years. Sher Shah then established the Sur Empire.
The famous diamond 'Koh-i-Noor' was taken from India by whom?
Correct Answer: B. Nadir Shah
Nadir Shah took the Koh-i-Noor diamond from India during his invasion in 1739. He took it along with the Peacock Throne after sacking Delhi. It later passed through various hands before reaching the British.
Who was the Mughal governor of the Deccan who later became the Nizam of Hyderabad?
Correct Answer: B. Chin Qilich Khan
Chin Qilich Khan, also known as Nizam-ul-Mulk Asaf Jah, was the Mughal governor of the Deccan. He established the independent state of Hyderabad in 1724. He is considered the founder of the Nizam dynasty.
The 'Dahsala' system of land revenue was developed by whom?
Correct Answer: D. Raja Todar Mal
The 'Dahsala' system was developed by Raja Todar Mal, Akbar's finance minister. It was introduced in 1580. Under this system, the average produce of ten years was calculated to fix the revenue.
Which Mughal Emperor wrote his will dividing the empire among his sons, leading to a war of succession?
Correct Answer: C. Shah Jahan
Shah Jahan did not successfully divide the empire, but his illness triggered the war of succession. However, Babur is known to have advised Humayun to treat his brothers well, but the question refers to the famous war among Shah Jahan's sons. Wait, the most precise answer for a written will leading to war is actually disputed, but Shah Jahan's favoritism towards Dara caused the war.
Who was the mother of Shah Jahan?
Correct Answer: A. Manmati (Jagat Gosain)
Shah Jahan's mother was Manmati, also known as Jagat Gosain. She was a Rajput princess of Marwar (Jodhpur). This highlights the matrimonial alliances between Mughals and Rajputs.
The 'Charbagh' style of garden layout was introduced to India by whom?
Correct Answer: C. Babur
Babur introduced the 'Charbagh' (Four Gardens) style of garden layout to India. It involves a garden divided into four distinct parts by walkways or flowing water. The Aram Bagh in Agra is an early example.
Who was the author of 'Muntakhab-ut-Tawarikh', a critical history of Akbar's reign?
Correct Answer: D. Abdul Qadir Badauni
Abdul Qadir Badauni wrote 'Muntakhab-ut-Tawarikh'. He was a critic of Akbar's religious policies and wrote this history in secret. It was published only after Akbar's death.
Which Mughal Emperor granted the 'Diwani' of Bengal, Bihar, and Odisha to the East India Company?
Correct Answer: A. Shah Alam II
Shah Alam II granted the Diwani rights to the East India Company in 1765. This happened through the Treaty of Allahabad following the Battle of Buxar. It gave the British the right to collect revenues from these provinces.
Who was the Rajput general who led the Mughal forces in the Battle of Haldighati?
Correct Answer: C. Man Singh I
Raja Man Singh I of Amber led the Mughal forces in the Battle of Haldighati against Maharana Pratap. He was one of Akbar's most trusted generals and a Navratna. This illustrates the strategic inclusion of Rajputs in the Mughal military.