Question 1

Who was the greatest Bhakti poet of Maharasthra?

Accepted Answer

Tukaram is widely regarded as the greatest Bhakti poet of Maharashtra, known for his devotional poetry and his role in the Bhakti movement, which emphasized devotion towards the divine.

Question 2

The foreign traveller who visited India during the Mughal period and who left us an expert's description of the Peacock Throne, was -

Accepted Answer

Travernier, a French gem merchant and traveler, provided a detailed description of the Peacock Throne during his visits to India in the 17th century.

Question 3

Which of the following are incorrectly paired?

Accepted Answer

Visakhadatta is incorrectly paired with Kiratarjuniyam. Visakhadatta is known for writing Mudrarakshasa and Devichandraguptam, while Kiratarjuniyam is a Sanskrit kavya written by Bharavi.

Question 4

Ibn Batuta visited India during the reign of -

Accepted Answer

Ibn Batuta, the Moroccan explorer, visited India during the reign of Muhammad bin Tughluq and served as the Qadi or judge of Delhi.

Question 5

The Battle of Haldighati was fought between -

Accepted Answer

The Battle of Haldighati was fought in 1576 between the Mughal Empire, led by Raja Man Singh I of Amber, a general of the Mughal Emperor Akbar, and Maharana Pratap Singh of Mewar. It is one of the significant battles in Indian history, symbolizing the resistance of Rajputana against the Mughal Empire.

Question 6

The famous Peacock Throne of Shah Jahan was taken away in 1739 by -

Accepted Answer

The Peacock Throne was taken by Persian invader Nadir Shah during his invasion of India in 1739.

Question 7

The Chalukyas established their empire in -

Accepted Answer

The Chalukyas established their empire primarily in the Deccan region of the Indian subcontinent, which is a significant part of southern and central India.

Question 8

Who made the monumental 'Rayagopurams' in front of the temples at Hampi, Tiruv-annamalai, Chidambaram, Srirangam, Tirupati, etc., constructed?

Accepted Answer

Krishnadevaraya, the most famous ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire, was responsible for the construction of the monumental 'Rayagopurams' (towering gateways) in front of temples at Hampi, Tiruvannamalai, Chidambaram, Srirangam, Tirupati, and other locations. These architectural marvels are a testament to the empire's prosperity and Krishnadevaraya's devotion to Hinduism.

Question 9

Which of the following architec tural wonders was not constructed in the 12th A.D.?

Accepted Answer

The Sun Temple of Konark was constructed in the 13th century A.D., not in the 12th century A.D.

Question 10

Select the incorrectly matched pair of philosophers and their philosophies.

Accepted Answer

Chaitanya is associated with Gaudiya Vaishnavism, which emphasizes bhakti or devotion to Krishna, not Vishishtadvaita, which is linked to Ramanuja.

Question 11

During Akbar's reign the Mahabharat was translated into Persian and is known as -

Accepted Answer

The Mahabharata was translated into Persian during Akbar's reign and is known as the Razm Namah. This translation was part of Akbar's project to have major Hindu texts translated for his library, promoting cultural and religious understanding within his empire.

Question 12

The greatness of Sher Shah lies in his -

Accepted Answer

Sher Shah is renowned for his administrative reforms, including the introduction of a new currency system, the reorganization of the postal system, and improvements in the law and order situation, which significantly contributed to his legacy of greatness.

Question 13

The temple built in 1 100 A. D and dominating all other temples in Bhubaneshwar is -

Accepted Answer

The Lingaraja Temple, dedicated to Tribhuvaneswara (another name for Lord Shiva), is the most prominent temple in Bhubaneswar, built around 1100 A.D.

Question 14

The second Battle of Panipat was fought between -

Accepted Answer

The second Battle of Panipat was fought in 1556 between the forces of Akbar, led by Bairam Khan, and Hemu, a Hindu king who had declared himself independent and assumed the title of Vikramaditya. This battle was crucial for establishing Akbar's rule over India.

Question 15

The Sufi saint who maintained that devotional music was one way of moving closer to God was - (1)

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Question 16

The founder of the Independent Sikh State was:

Accepted Answer

Maharaja Ranjit Singh was the founder of the Sikh Empire in the early 19th century, establishing an independent Sikh state in the Punjab region.

Question 17

What was the official language of the Sultanate?

Accepted Answer

The official language of the Sultanate was Persian, which was used for administrative and cultural purposes, replacing Sanskrit and local dialects.

Question 18

What is meant by a 'pir' in the Sufi tradition?

Accepted Answer

A 'pir' in the Sufi tradition refers to a spiritual guide or teacher, akin to a guru, who helps followers on their spiritual path.

Question 19

Which one of the following monuments in Delhi is not included as a World Heritage Site?

Accepted Answer

Jantar Mantar in Delhi is not listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, unlike the Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, and Qutab Minar, which are recognized for their cultural significance.

Question 20

Who got the Gita translated into Persian?

Accepted Answer

Dara Shikoh, the eldest son of Shah Jahan, was responsible for getting the Bhagavad Gita translated into Persian. This was part of his broader effort to understand and bridge the spiritual traditions of Hinduism and Islam.

Quiz 2: Historical Indian Monuments, Rulers, and Philosophers