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Who among the following wrote poems under the pen name ‘Gulrukhi’? (A) Ibn Battuta (B) Shams-e-Siraj Afif (C) Ziauddin Barani (D) Sikandar Lodi
Sikandar Lodi (1489–1517) was notable not only as a capable ruler but also as a poet. Writing in refined Persian, he used the pen name ‘Gulrukhi.’ His compositions contributed to the literary richness of the period. Sikandar Lodi supported scholars, promoted learning, established new towns such as ARead more
Sikandar Lodi (1489–1517) was notable not only as a capable ruler but also as a poet. Writing in refined Persian, he used the pen name ‘Gulrukhi.’ His compositions contributed to the literary richness of the period. Sikandar Lodi supported scholars, promoted learning, established new towns such as Agra and introduced various administrative reforms. He standardized weights and measures, improved the revenue system and encouraged cultivation. His interest in arts and literature set him apart from many previous sultans. His poetic works reflect the intellectual vibrancy of the Lodi period and demonstrate his sophisticated understanding of culture and aesthetics.
See lessWhich of the following statements is false regarding Razia Sultan?
Razia Sultan was nominated by Iltutmish because he found his sons incompetent. With the support of the citizens of Delhi, she ascended the throne in 1236 CE. She appointed Malik Yakut, an Abyssinian (Habshi) noble, to an important position, breaking the monopoly of the Turkish nobles. The statementRead more
Razia Sultan was nominated by Iltutmish because he found his sons incompetent. With the support of the citizens of Delhi, she ascended the throne in 1236 CE. She appointed Malik Yakut, an Abyssinian (Habshi) noble, to an important position, breaking the monopoly of the Turkish nobles. The statement that she strengthened the Turkish nobles is false because she actually attempted to weaken their authority and create a more balanced administrative structure. Her policies provoked strong opposition from the powerful Chahalgani group, who felt threatened by her independent and assertive rule. This aristocratic hostility eventually led to rebellions that caused her downfall.
See lessWhich of the following statements is false about Balban?
The correct option is (D) None of these, because statements (A), (B), and (C) are all historically accurate facts about Sultan Balban. Balban systematically suppressed the 'Chahalgani' (The Forty), the powerful Turkish nobility that threatened his authority (A). To restore the crown's prestige and mRead more
The correct option is (D) None of these, because statements (A), (B), and (C) are all historically accurate facts about Sultan Balban. Balban systematically suppressed the ‘Chahalgani’ (The Forty), the powerful Turkish nobility that threatened his authority (A). To restore the crown’s prestige and maintain strict law and order, he adopted the fearsome ‘Iron and Blood’ policy (B). Crucially, he established the central military department, ‘Diwan-i-Arz’, under the Ariz-i-Mumalik, creating a strong army independent of the nobles (C).
See lessWhat is the correct order of the following dynasties that ruled Delhi? 1. Slave Dynasty 2. Khalji 3. Lodi 4. Sayyid 5. Tughlaq
The Delhi Sultanate progressed through five major dynastic phases. It began with the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty, founded by Qutbuddin Aibak. After their decline, the Khalji Dynasty rose to power, followed by the Tughlaq Dynasty, which ruled for the longest period and expanded the empire greatly. After TRead more
The Delhi Sultanate progressed through five major dynastic phases. It began with the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty, founded by Qutbuddin Aibak. After their decline, the Khalji Dynasty rose to power, followed by the Tughlaq Dynasty, which ruled for the longest period and expanded the empire greatly. After Timur’s invasion, the weakened Tughlaq rule was replaced by the Sayyid Dynasty, which acknowledged Timurid suzerainty. Finally, the Afghan Lodi Dynasty established control until Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi in 1526 at the First Battle of Panipat. Thus, the correct order is 1 → 2 → 5 → 4 → 3.
See lessWhich of the following battles is considered a turning point in the establishment of Turkish rule in North India, as it resulted in the decisive defeat of Prithviraj Chauhan by Muhammad Ghori?
The Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 CE is widely regarded as the crucial turning point in the establishment of Turkish rule in North India. In this battle, Muhammad Ghori decisively defeated Prithviraj Chauhan, ending the dominance of major Rajput powers in the region. While the first battle (1191 CRead more
The Second Battle of Tarain in 1192 CE is widely regarded as the crucial turning point in the establishment of Turkish rule in North India. In this battle, Muhammad Ghori decisively defeated Prithviraj Chauhan, ending the dominance of major Rajput powers in the region. While the first battle (1191 CE) saw Ghori’s defeat, the second reversed the outcome and opened the political gateway for further Ghurid expansion. This victory allowed the Turks to consolidate control over strategic areas such as Delhi and Ajmer, eventually paving the way for the formation of the Delhi Sultanate. Hence, option (B) is the historically correct answer.
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