1. Jahangir bestowed the title 'Farzand' (son) upon Ibrahim Adil Shah II, the ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate. This was a strategic political move: by granting this prestigious, intimate title, Jahangir sought to establish a relationship of imperial friendship and patronage with the powerful Deccan ruleRead more

    Jahangir bestowed the title ‘Farzand’ (son) upon Ibrahim Adil Shah II, the ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate. This was a strategic political move: by granting this prestigious, intimate title, Jahangir sought to establish a relationship of imperial friendship and patronage with the powerful Deccan ruler. This gesture was aimed at gaining Bijapur’s cooperation against the formidable Abyssinian minister, Malik Ambar, who was fiercely resisting Mughal expansion in the neighboring state of Ahmednagar.

     

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  2. The ultimate end to the century-long war with Mewar and the subsequent Treaty of Chittor in 1615 were achievements of Jahangir's reign. Jahangir's son, Prince Khurram, led the campaign that forced Rana Amar Singh (son of Rana Pratap) to negotiate. The treaty was highly conciliatory: the Rana accepteRead more

    The ultimate end to the century-long war with Mewar and the subsequent Treaty of Chittor in 1615 were achievements of Jahangir’s reign. Jahangir’s son, Prince Khurram, led the campaign that forced Rana Amar Singh (son of Rana Pratap) to negotiate. The treaty was highly conciliatory: the Rana accepted Mughal suzerainty but was not compelled to attend court and the fort of Chittor was returned on the condition it was not fortified. This successful resolution secured lasting peace with the most defiant Rajput house. The correct answer is (C) Jahangir.

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  3. Kandahar was permanently lost to the Mughal Empire during the reign of Shah Jahan when it was captured by the Persian Safavid Shah, Abbas II, in 1649. Shah Jahan launched three massive, costly and ultimately unsuccessful sieges between 1649 and 1653, led by Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh, to recapture thRead more

    Kandahar was permanently lost to the Mughal Empire during the reign of Shah Jahan when it was captured by the Persian Safavid Shah, Abbas II, in 1649. Shah Jahan launched three massive, costly and ultimately unsuccessful sieges between 1649 and 1653, led by Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh, to recapture the fort. [Image illustrating the strategic location of Kandahar] Its permanent loss severely damaged Mughal prestige, eliminated their defense against the Northwest and ended their direct access to the important trade routes of Central Asia.

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  4. The pairing (D) Assassination of the 5th Guru Arjan Dev (1706) is incorrect. The Fifth Sikh Guru, Arjan Dev, was executed in 1606 AD on the orders of Emperor Jahangir due to his support for the rebellious Prince Khusrau. The year 1706 is incorrect; the Ninth Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was executed inRead more

    The pairing (D) Assassination of the 5th Guru Arjan Dev (1706) is incorrect. The Fifth Sikh Guru, Arjan Dev, was executed in 1606 AD on the orders of Emperor Jahangir due to his support for the rebellious Prince Khusrau. The year 1706 is incorrect; the Ninth Guru, Guru Tegh Bahadur, was executed in 1675 during Aurangzeb’s reign. The other pairs—Khusrau’s rebellion (1606), Khurram’s revolt (1622–25) and Mahabat Khan’s rebellion (1626)—are historically correct events during Jahangir’s reign.

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  5. Emperor Jahangir issued the 'Twelve Ordinances' upon his coronation in 1605. These were humanitarian decrees intended to announce his commitment to good governance and justice. Key ordinances included the prohibition of high-handed exactions, the abolition of the tax on pastures (tamgha) and the estRead more

    Emperor Jahangir issued the ‘Twelve Ordinances’ upon his coronation in 1605. These were humanitarian decrees intended to announce his commitment to good governance and justice. Key ordinances included the prohibition of high-handed exactions, the abolition of the tax on pastures (tamgha) and the establishment of hospitals. This set of rules, often publicized via the Chain of Justice he installed, formed the initial policy framework of his reign, distinguishing it from his father Akbar’s rule.

    The correct answer is (C) Jahangir.

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