Question 1

What is the meaning of Ilm-al-tarikh in Arabic?

Accepted Answer

Ilm-al-tarikh translates to the study of history or historiography in Arabic.

Question 2

The Ghurian conquest of North India happened in

Accepted Answer

The Ghurian conquest of North India occurred in the 12th century, marking a significant period in the region's history with the establishment of the Ghurid dynasty's dominance.

Question 3

Who wrote Jami-at-Tawarikh?

Accepted Answer

Rashid-ud-Din wrote Jami-at-Tawarikh, which is a comprehensive history of the world as known in the early 14th century, covering not just the Islamic world but also the Mongols, Chinese, Indians, and Europeans.

Question 4

Tajul Maasir written by Hasan Nizami deals with the biography of

Accepted Answer

Tajul Maasir, written by Hasan Nizami, is a historical text that deals with the biography of Qutbuddin Aibak, among other topics related to the early years of the Delhi Sultanate.

Question 5

The author of Tabaqat-i Nasiri is

Accepted Answer

Minhaj Siraj is the author of Tabaqat-i Nasiri, a historical account covering the Muslim world, particularly the history of the Ghurids and the early Delhi Sultanate.

Question 6

Amir Khusrau compiled the Khazainul Futuh, devoted to the achievements of

Accepted Answer

Khazainul Futuh, compiled by Amir Khusrau, is devoted to the achievements of Alauddin Khalji. It is a historical record of his military campaigns and victories.

Question 7

Which of the following statements is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

The statements accurately describe "Futuh-us-Salatin" by Isami, including its content as a versified history of Muslim rulers in India, starting with Sultan Mahmud of Ghazna, and the historical connection of Isami's ancestors to the Delhi court since Sultan Iltutmish's time.

Question 8

Which of the following statements regarding Amir Khusru is incorrect

Accepted Answer

Amir Khusrau was not born in Kabul; he was born in Patiali, which is in the Etah district of Uttar Pradesh, India. The other statements regarding his contributions to music and literature are accurate reflections of his work and influence.

Question 9

The Mughal Empire was founded in

Accepted Answer

The Mughal Empire was founded in a.d. 1526 by Babur after his victory over Ibrahim Lodi at the Battle of Panipat.

Question 10

Who announced Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic religion?

Accepted Answer

Akbar, the Mughal emperor, announced Din-i-Ilahi, a syncretic religion that aimed to merge the best elements of the religions of his empire.

Question 11

Name the author of Humayunnama.

Accepted Answer

Gulbadan Begum, a Mughal princess and the sister of Emperor Humayun, wrote the Humayunnama, which is a biography of her brother.

Question 12

Author of Padsahnamah

Accepted Answer

Abdul-Hamid Lahori is known for being the author of the Padshahnama, which is an official biographical account of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's reign.

Question 13

What are Karkhanas?

Accepted Answer

Karkhanas were royal workshops in the Mughal Empire where various types of goods were produced, including textiles, metalwork, and other crafts, under the patronage of the emperor and his court.

Question 14

Diwan-i-Wizarat is the department of

Accepted Answer

Diwan-i-Wizarat was the department of finance in the administrative system of various Islamic empires, including the Mughal Empire in India. It was responsible for the empire's finances, including the collection of taxes and the management of state expenditure.

Question 15

Ziriat is the tax on

Accepted Answer

Ziriat is a tax that was historically levied on cultivation or agricultural produce.

Question 16

With which dynasty did Indian Muslims start entering into positions of power?

Accepted Answer

The Khaljis were the first dynasty to appoint Indian Muslims to positions of power.

Question 17

Which tax was not permitted by the shariat?

Accepted Answer

The Shariat (Islamic law) does not permit a marriage tax. Islamic law allows for certain types of taxes like Zakat (a form of almsgiving), Jizya (tax on non-Muslims in an Islamic state), and Kharaj (a form of land tax), but it does not sanction a tax on marriage.

Question 18

Which was not true about jizya?

Accepted Answer

Firoz Tughluq was not the first ruler to collect jizya in India; it was introduced earlier, with instances of its collection dating back to the time of the Arab invasion of Sindh under Muhammad bin Qasim in the 8th century, and later institutionalized in various forms by different rulers, including the Delhi Sultanate before Firoz Tughluq's reign.

Question 19

The iqtadars during the period of the Delhi sultanate were also known as

Accepted Answer

The iqtadars during the period of the Delhi Sultanate were also known as muqtis. They were military commanders or local governors who were granted land revenues in lieu of their services to the Sultanate.

Question 20

Diwan-i-kohi, created by Muhammad Tughluq, looked after

Accepted Answer

Diwan-i-Kohi was an agricultural department established by Muhammad Tughluq to improve agricultural practices and increase revenue through enhanced agricultural output.

Quiz 1: History and Literature of Islamic India