Static Quiz 19 July 2025 (Medieval History)
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Static Quiz 19 July 2025 (Medieval History) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
With reference to the Delhi Sultanate, consider the following statements:
1. The Iqta system was introduced by Iltutmish.
2. Alauddin Khilji abolished the hereditary rights of nobles over their Iqtas.
3. The Sultanate army was entirely made up of slaves.
How many of the above statements are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. Iltutmish institutionalized the Iqta system.
• Statement 2: Correct. Alauddin Khilji curbed feudal privileges.
• Statement 3: Incorrect. The army had slaves, but also recruited Afghan-Turkic soldiers and locals.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. Iltutmish institutionalized the Iqta system.
• Statement 2: Correct. Alauddin Khilji curbed feudal privileges.
• Statement 3: Incorrect. The army had slaves, but also recruited Afghan-Turkic soldiers and locals. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
Which Sultan is correctly matched with his reform or policy?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Muhammad bin Tughlaq was known for both moving capital to Daulatabad and introducing token currency, both of which failed.
• Others are mismatched.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (c)
Explanation:
• Muhammad bin Tughlaq was known for both moving capital to Daulatabad and introducing token currency, both of which failed.
• Others are mismatched. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following pairs:
Regional Kingdom
1. Bahmani – Gulbarga
2. Vijayanagara – Hampi
3. Madurai Sultanate – ArcotHow many pairs are correctly matched?
CorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1. Correct: Gulbarga was the first capital of the Bahmani kingdom.
• 2. Correct: Hampi was the capital of Vijayanagara.
• 3. Incorrect: Madurai Sultanate’s capital was Madurai, not Arcot.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b)
Explanation:
• 1. Correct: Gulbarga was the first capital of the Bahmani kingdom.
• 2. Correct: Hampi was the capital of Vijayanagara.
• 3. Incorrect: Madurai Sultanate’s capital was Madurai, not Arcot. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
Assertion (A): Alauddin Khilji maintained a large standing army.
Reason (R): He wanted to avoid dependence on feudal lords for military needs.CorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Alauddin wanted central control. So, he paid a salaried standing army directly from the treasury, reducing noble influence.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Alauddin wanted central control. So, he paid a salaried standing army directly from the treasury, reducing noble influence. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
Arrange the following dynasties in chronological order of their establishment:
1. Slave Dynasty
2. Khilji Dynasty
3. Tughlaq Dynasty
4. Lodi Dynasty
Select the correct code:CorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Chronology: Slave (1206) → Khilji (1290) → Tughlaq (1320) → Lodi (1451)IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a)
Explanation:
• Chronology: Slave (1206) → Khilji (1290) → Tughlaq (1320) → Lodi (1451)
