{"id":38072,"date":"2024-04-20T07:07:12","date_gmt":"2024-04-20T07:07:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/?p=38072"},"modified":"2024-04-22T09:27:52","modified_gmt":"2024-04-22T09:27:52","slug":"upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/","title":{"rendered":"UPSC Prelims Topic Wise Questions &#8211; Medieval History &#8211; Mughal Emperors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-prelims-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Blog-%20PTS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Prelims-Test-Series-eng-and-hindi-1280\u00d7330.svg\" alt=\"UPSC Prelims Mock Test - ECONOMY 2\" class=\"wp-image-24924\" width=\"779\" height=\"199\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mughal Emperors, an illustrious lineage that spanned over three centuries in the Indian subcontinent, wielded immense power, leaving an indelible mark on the region&#8217;s history, culture, and architecture. Originating from Central Asia, the Mughals rose to prominence in the 16th century under the leadership of Babur, who established the empire by overthrowing the Sultanate of Delhi. Renowned for their opulent courts, sophisticated governance, and promotion of arts and literature, the Mughal Emperors presided over a diverse and prosperous realm, encompassing present-day India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. From Akbar the Great&#8217;s policy of religious tolerance to Shah Jahan&#8217;s architectural marvels like the Taj Mahal, each emperor contributed distinctively to the empire&#8217;s legacy, leaving behind a rich tapestry of achievements and controversies that continue to fascinate historians and enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e278b24c304\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69e278b24c304\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q1_Mughal_painting_reached_its_zenith_under\" title=\"Q1. Mughal painting reached its zenith under\">Q1. Mughal painting reached its zenith under<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_c\" title=\"Ans. (c)\">Ans. (c)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q2_In_medieval_India_Mansabdari_system_was_introduced_mainly_for_1996\" title=\"Q2. In medieval India, Mansabdari system was introduced mainly for (1996)\">Q2. In medieval India, Mansabdari system was introduced mainly for (1996)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q3_The_medieval_Indian_writer_who_refers_to_the_discovery_of_America_is_1997\" title=\"Q3. The medieval Indian writer who refers to the discovery of America is (1997)\">Q3. The medieval Indian writer who refers to the discovery of America is (1997)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_d\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q4_The_head_of_the_military_department_under_the_recognised_central_machinery_of_administration_during_Akbars_reign_was_1998\" title=\"Q4. The head of the military department under the recognised central machinery of administration during Akbar&#8217;s reign was (1998)\">Q4. The head of the military department under the recognised central machinery of administration during Akbar&#8217;s reign was (1998)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-2\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q5_Assertion_A_During_the_reign_of_Shah_Jahan_Dara_Sikoh_was_sent_on_expedition_to_Balkh_Badakh-Shah_and_Kandahar\" title=\"Q5. Assertion (A) During the reign of Shah Jahan, Dara Sikoh was sent on expedition to Balkh, Badakh-Shah and Kandahar.\">Q5. Assertion (A) During the reign of Shah Jahan, Dara Sikoh was sent on expedition to Balkh, Badakh-Shah and Kandahar.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Reason_R_The_expedition_sent_by_Shah_Jahan_to_the_Middle-East_was_a_marvellous_success_1998\" title=\"Reason (R) The expedition sent by Shah Jahan to the Middle-East was a marvellous success. (1998)\">Reason (R) The expedition sent by Shah Jahan to the Middle-East was a marvellous success. (1998)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q6_Match_List_I_with_List_II_and_select_the_correct_answer_for_List_II_using_the_codes_given_below_the_lists_1998\" title=\"Q6. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer for List II using the codes given below the lists. (1998)\">Q6. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer for List II using the codes given below the lists. (1998)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ansb\" title=\"Ans.(b)\">Ans.(b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q7_In_the_given_map_the_shaded_part_represents_Akbars_empire_at_a_certain_juncture\" title=\"Q7. In the given map, the shaded part represents Akbar&#8217;s empire at a certain juncture:\">Q7. In the given map, the shaded part represents Akbar&#8217;s empire at a certain juncture:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_d-2\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q8_The_loss_of_Kandahar_was_a_big_blow_to_the_Mughal_empire_from_the_view_point_of_1998\" title=\"Q8. The loss of Kandahar was a big blow to the Mughal empire from the view point of (1998)\">Q8. The loss of Kandahar was a big blow to the Mughal empire from the view point of (1998)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_d-3\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q9_Consider_the_following_statements_Ahadis_were_those_troopers_who_1998\" title=\"Q9. Consider the following statements. Ahadis were those troopers who (1998)\">Q9. Consider the following statements. Ahadis were those troopers who (1998)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-3\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q10_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_is_not_correctly_matched_1999\" title=\"Q10. Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched? (1999)\">Q10. Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched? (1999)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-4\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q11_Assertion_A_During_the_time_of_Akbar_for_every_ten_cavalrymen_the_mansabdars_had_to_maintain_twenty_horses\" title=\"Q11. Assertion (A) During the time of Akbar, for every ten cavalrymen, the mansabdars had to maintain twenty horses.\">Q11. Assertion (A) During the time of Akbar, for every ten cavalrymen, the mansabdars had to maintain twenty horses.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Reason_R_Horses_had_to_be_rested_while_on_march_1999\" title=\"Reason (R) Horses had to be rested while on march (1999)\">Reason (R) Horses had to be rested while on march (1999)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_d-4\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q12_The_given_map_refers_to_the_kingdom_of_2000\" title=\"Q12. The given map refers to the kingdom of (2000)\">Q12. The given map refers to the kingdom of (2000)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_a\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q13_Match_List_I_with_List_II_and_select_the_correct_answer_using_the_codes_given_below_the_lists_2000\" title=\"Q13. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. (2000)\">Q13. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. (2000)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-5\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q14_Which_among_the_following_ports_was_called_Babul_Makka_Gate_of_Makka_during_the_Mughal_period_2001\" title=\"Q14. Which among the following ports was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal period? (2001)\">Q14. Which among the following ports was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal period? (2001)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_d-5\" title=\"Ans. (d)\">Ans. (d)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q15_Assertion_A_The_Battle_of_Khanwa_was_certainly_more_decisive_and_significant_than_the_First_Battle_of_Panipat\" title=\"Q15. Assertion (A) The Battle of Khanwa was certainly more decisive and significant than the First Battle of Panipat.\">Q15. Assertion (A) The Battle of Khanwa was certainly more decisive and significant than the First Battle of Panipat.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Reason_R_Rana_Sanga_the_Rajput_hero_was_certainly_a_more_formidable_adversary_than_Ibrahim_Lodhi_2001\" title=\"Reason (R) Rana Sanga, the Rajput hero, was certainly a more formidable adversary than Ibrahim Lodhi. (2001)\">Reason (R) Rana Sanga, the Rajput hero, was certainly a more formidable adversary than Ibrahim Lodhi. (2001)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-6\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q16_The_shaded_area_in_the_above_map_shows_the_empire_of_2001\" title=\"Q16. The shaded area in the above map shows the empire of (2001)\">Q16. The shaded area in the above map shows the empire of (2001)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_c-2\" title=\"Ans. (c)\">Ans. (c)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q17_The_motive_behind_Shah_Jahans_Balkh_campaign_was_to_2002\" title=\"Q17. The motive behind Shah Jahan&#8217;s Balkh campaign was to (2002)\">Q17. The motive behind Shah Jahan&#8217;s Balkh campaign was to (2002)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_a-2\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-37\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q18_Assertion_A_Emperor_Akbar_marched_towards_Afghanistan_in_1581_with_a_huge_army\" title=\"Q18. Assertion (A) Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army.\">Q18. Assertion (A) Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-38\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Reason_R_He_was_on_his_way_to_reclaim_his_ancestral_country_of_Ferghana_in_Central_Asia_2003\" title=\"Reason (R) He was on his way to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia. (2003)\">Reason (R) He was on his way to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia. (2003)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-39\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_c-3\" title=\"Ans. (c)\">Ans. (c)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-40\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q19_Alam_Khan_one_of_those_who_invited_Babur_to_invade_India_was_2003\" title=\"Q19. Alam Khan, one of those who invited Babur to invade India was (2003)\">Q19. Alam Khan, one of those who invited Babur to invade India was (2003)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-41\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_a-3\" title=\"Ans. (a)\">Ans. (a)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-42\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q20_The_Battle_of_Dharmat_was_fought_between_2003\" title=\"Q20. The Battle of Dharmat was fought between (2003)\">Q20. The Battle of Dharmat was fought between (2003)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-43\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_c-4\" title=\"Ans. (c)\">Ans. (c)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-44\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q21_How_did_the_Mughal_emperor_Jahandar_Shahs_reign_come_to_an_early_end_2003\" title=\"Q21. How did the Mughal emperor Jahandar Shah&#8217;s reign come to an early end? (2003)\">Q21. How did the Mughal emperor Jahandar Shah&#8217;s reign come to an early end? (2003)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-45\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_c-5\" title=\"Ans. (c)\">Ans. (c)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-46\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q22_In_Indian_history_who_was_Abdul_Hamid_Lahori_2006\" title=\"Q22. In Indian history, who was Abdul Hamid Lahori? (2006)\">Q22. In Indian history, who was Abdul Hamid Lahori? (2006)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-47\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-7\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-48\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q23_During_the_time_of_which_Mughal_emperor_did_the_English_East_India_Company_establish_its_first_factory_in_India_2008\" title=\"Q23. During the time of which Mughal emperor did the English East India Company establish its first factory in India? (2008)\">Q23. During the time of which Mughal emperor did the English East India Company establish its first factory in India? (2008)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-49\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-8\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-50\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q24_With_whose_permission_did_the_English_set-up_their_first_factory_in_Surat_2009\" title=\"Q24. With whose permission did the English set-up their first factory in Surat? (2009)\">Q24. With whose permission did the English set-up their first factory in Surat? (2009)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-51\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-9\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-52\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q25_In_medieval_India_the_designations_%E2%80%98Mahattara_and_%E2%80%98Pattakila_were_used_for_2014\" title=\"Q25. In medieval India, the designations &#8216;Mahattara&#8217; and &#8216;Pattakila&#8217; were used for (2014)\">Q25. In medieval India, the designations &#8216;Mahattara&#8217; and &#8216;Pattakila&#8217; were used for (2014)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-53\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Ans_b-10\" title=\"Ans. (b)\">Ans. (b)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-54\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#FAQs\" title=\"FAQs\">FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-55\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q_Who_were_the_Mughal_Emperors\" title=\"Q: Who were the Mughal Emperors?\">Q: Who were the Mughal Emperors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-56\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q_What_were_the_key_achievements_of_Akbar_the_Great\" title=\"Q: What were the key achievements of Akbar the Great?\">Q: What were the key achievements of Akbar the Great?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-57\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q_What_is_the_significance_of_Shah_Jahans_rule_in_Mughal_history\" title=\"Q: What is the significance of Shah Jahan&#8217;s rule in Mughal history?\">Q: What is the significance of Shah Jahan&#8217;s rule in Mughal history?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-58\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q_How_did_Aurangzebs_policies_impact_the_Mughal_Empire\" title=\"Q: How did Aurangzeb&#8217;s policies impact the Mughal Empire?\">Q: How did Aurangzeb&#8217;s policies impact the Mughal Empire?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-59\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Q_What_were_the_main_factors_contributing_to_the_decline_of_the_Mughal_Empire\" title=\"Q: What were the main factors contributing to the decline of the Mughal Empire?\">Q: What were the main factors contributing to the decline of the Mughal Empire?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-60\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#In_case_you_still_have_your_doubts_contact_us_on_9811333901\" title=\"In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;\">In case you still have your doubts, contact us on 9811333901.&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-61\" href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/upsc-prelims-topic-wise-questions-medieval-history-mughal-emperors\/#Visit_our_YouTube_Channel_%E2%80%93_here\" title=\"Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here\">Visit our YouTube Channel &#8211;&nbsp;here<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q1_Mughal_painting_reached_its_zenith_under\"><\/span>Q1. Mughal painting reached its zenith under <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Humayun <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Akbar <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Jahangir <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Shahjahan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_c\"><\/span>Ans. (c)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Mughal painting flourished to its peak during the reign of Emperor Jahangir, who harbored a profound passion for the art form. Under his rule, a seamless integration of Persian and Indian painting styles occurred, resulting in a synthesis that liberated Indian painting from external influences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q2_In_medieval_India_Mansabdari_system_was_introduced_mainly_for_1996\"><\/span>Q2. In medieval India, Mansabdari system was introduced mainly for (1996) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) making recruitment to the army <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) facilitating revenue collection <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) ensuring religious harmony <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) effective cleaning administration <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During medieval India, the Mansabdari system emerged primarily to streamline revenue collection. Formally instituted by Mughal Emperor Akbar in 1571 AD, this distinctive system served the dual purpose of military administration and territorial command, crucial for maintaining different segments of the army. Derived from practices observed in Mongolia, Mansabdari denotes the position or authority held by an individual within the system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q3_The_medieval_Indian_writer_who_refers_to_the_discovery_of_America_is_1997\"><\/span>Q3. The medieval Indian writer who refers to the discovery of America is (1997)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Malik Mohammad Jayasi <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Amir Khusrau <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Ras Khan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Abul Fazl <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d\"><\/span>Ans. (d)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In medieval India, Abul Fazl, known for his historical contributions, notably referenced the discovery of America, which he termed &#8216;Alumnan&#8217;. His renowned work, the &#8216;Akbarnama&#8217;, spanning three volumes, stands as the authoritative history of Akbar&#8217;s reign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Malik Mohammad Jayasi, an Indian Sufi poet and revered Pir, left a lasting legacy with his masterpiece, the epic poem &#8220;Padmavat&#8221;, penned in 1540 AD. This work holds significance as the oldest surviving text among the esteemed literary works in Awadhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q4_The_head_of_the_military_department_under_the_recognised_central_machinery_of_administration_during_Akbars_reign_was_1998\"><\/span>Q4. The head of the military department under the recognised central machinery of administration during Akbar&#8217;s reign was (1998) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Diwan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Mir Bakshi <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Mir Saman <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Bakshi <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-2\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During Akbar&#8217;s reign, Mir Bakshi served as the chief of the military department within the established central administration machinery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q5_Assertion_A_During_the_reign_of_Shah_Jahan_Dara_Sikoh_was_sent_on_expedition_to_Balkh_Badakh-Shah_and_Kandahar\"><\/span>Q5. Assertion (A) During the reign of Shah Jahan, Dara Sikoh was sent on expedition to Balkh, Badakh-Shah and Kandahar. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_R_The_expedition_sent_by_Shah_Jahan_to_the_Middle-East_was_a_marvellous_success_1998\"><\/span>Reason (R) The expedition sent by Shah Jahan to the Middle-East was a marvellous success. (1998) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) A is true, but R is false. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) A is false, but R is true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ans. (c) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it is true that Dara Sikoh was dispatched on an expedition to Balkh, Badakh-Shah, and Kandahar during Shah Jahan&#8217;s reign, the outcome was not successful. Despite being equipped with a sizable army and two of the most formidable artillery pieces of the Mughal era, the expedition ended in failure. In fact, it was during Shah Jahan&#8217;s reign that the Mughals permanently lost control of Kandahar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q6_Match_List_I_with_List_II_and_select_the_correct_answer_for_List_II_using_the_codes_given_below_the_lists_1998\"><\/span>Q6. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer for List II using the codes given below the lists. (1998)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>List I <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A. 1556. 1. Battle of Haldi Ghati<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B. 1600  2. Nadir Shah&#8217;s capture of Delhi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C. 1680  3. Death of Shivaji<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D. 1739  4. Grant of Charter to East India Company <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>                5. Accession of Akbar <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes ABCD <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) 3 4 2 1 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) 5 4 3 2 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) 5 2 1 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) 1 5 3 2 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ansb\"><\/span>Ans.(b)  <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The accurate pairing is as follows: A-5, B-4, C-3, D-2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1556 AD, amidst a conflict with Sikandar Shah for the Mughal throne, Akbar succeeded Humayun. Bairam Khan enthroned the 14-year-old Akbar on a newly constructed platform in Kalanam, Punjab.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1600 AD, Queen Elizabeth granted a royal charter to the Company of Merchants of London Trading into the East Indies. Sir Thomas Smith became its inaugural governor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1680 AD, Shivaji passed away at the age of 52 due to fever and dysentery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1739 AD, Emperor Nadir Shah of Persia invaded the Mughal Empire, culminating in the capture of Delhi after defeating the Mughals at the Battle near Karnal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Battle of Haldighati occurred in 1576 AD, pitting Rana of Mewar, Maharana Pratap, against the forces of Mughal Emperor Akbar led by Maan Singh I of Amber.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=Blog+CSAT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42381 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Attempt-our-Daily-Weekly-Current-Affairs-Quiz-now-6-1-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q7_In_the_given_map_the_shaded_part_represents_Akbars_empire_at_a_certain_juncture\"><\/span>Q7. In the given map, the shaded part represents Akbar&#8217;s empire at a certain juncture: <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A stands for an independent country and B marks the site of a city. Which one of the following alternatives given all correct information? (1998) <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"360\" height=\"343\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-19-at-16.57.55.jpeg\" alt=\"Akbar's empire at a certain juncture\" class=\"wp-image-38215 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 360px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 360\/343;\" \/><figcaption>Akbar&#8217;s empire at a certain juncture<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>(a) Akbar in 1557 (A) Golkonda,  (B) Lahore<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Akbar in 1557  (A) Khandesh, (B) Multan<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Akbar in 1605 (A) Gondwana, (B)Multan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Akbar in 1605 (A) Gondwana, (B) Lahore <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d-2\"><\/span>Ans. (d) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The shaded region on the map delineates the extent of Akbar&#8217;s empire at a specific point in time. A denotes Gondwana, an autonomous nation, while B indicates the location of Lahore city. This map illustrates Akbar&#8217;s dominion as it stood upon his passing in 1605 AD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q8_The_loss_of_Kandahar_was_a_big_blow_to_the_Mughal_empire_from_the_view_point_of_1998\"><\/span>Q8. The loss of Kandahar was a big blow to the Mughal empire from the view point of (1998) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) natural resources <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) buffer territory <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) communication <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) strategic stronghold <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d-3\"><\/span>Ans. (d)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The fall of Kandahar dealt a significant blow to the strategic hold of the Mughal Empire. Moreover, it was perceived as a dent in the empire&#8217;s prestige, prompting Emperor Shah Jahan&#8217;s resolute determination to reclaim the city under Mughal dominion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q9_Consider_the_following_statements_Ahadis_were_those_troopers_who_1998\"><\/span>Q9. Consider the following statements. Ahadis were those troopers who (1998) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. offered their services single. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. did not attach themselves to any chief. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. has the emperor as their immediate colonel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. attached themselves to Mirzas. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Which of these statement(s) choose the correct one? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) 1,3 and 4 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) 1,2 and 3 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) 2 and 3 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) 1 and 4 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-3\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Statements (1), (2), and (3) stand accurate. Ahadis, distinguished troopers, operated independently without allegiance to any particular leader, directly serving the emperor as their immediate commander. The Mughal rulers upheld modest permanent military forces, with Ahadis comprising the emperor&#8217;s personal troops, exclusively enlisted by the monarch himself, predominantly from his familial and tribal circles. They possessed separate payroll systems, overseen by their own paymasters, enjoying superior compensation compared to standard cavalrymen. Statement (4) is erroneous, as Ahadis were not affiliated with Mirzas. Furthermore, the emperor oversaw infantry units and maintained an artillery brigade distinct from the Ahadis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q10_Which_one_of_the_following_pairs_is_not_correctly_matched_1999\"><\/span>Q10. Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched? (1999) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Jahangir: William Hawkins<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Akbar: Sir Thomas Roe <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Shah Jahan: Travernier <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Aurangzeb: Manucci <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-4\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The pairing of (b) is inaccurate, as it misrepresents the role of Sir Thomas Roe. He served as an English diplomat, presenting his credentials to Emperor Jahangir as the Ambassador of the King of England in 1615 AD. In this capacity, Jahangir granted him permission to engage in trade in Surat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q11_Assertion_A_During_the_time_of_Akbar_for_every_ten_cavalrymen_the_mansabdars_had_to_maintain_twenty_horses\"><\/span>Q11. Assertion (A) During the time of Akbar, for every ten cavalrymen, the mansabdars had to maintain twenty horses. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_R_Horses_had_to_be_rested_while_on_march_1999\"><\/span>Reason (R) Horses had to be rested while on march (1999) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A. and replacements were necessary in times of war. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) A is true, but R is false. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) A is false, but R is true. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d-4\"><\/span>Ans. (d)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the reign of Emperor Jahangir, the Mansabdars were mandated to uphold a system known as &#8216;Duh Aspa Sih Aspa&#8217;. This system necessitated the maintenance of twenty horses for every ten cavalrymen. These horses were crucial for providing rest during marches and ensuring replacements during wartime. To prevent corruption, meticulous records detailing the description (Huliya) of each horseman under a Mansabdar and the branding (dag) of horses were diligently maintained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q12_The_given_map_refers_to_the_kingdom_of_2000\"><\/span>Q12. The given map refers to the kingdom of (2000)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"289\" height=\"278\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-19-at-16.58.44.jpeg\" alt=\"kingdom of\" class=\"wp-image-38220 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 289px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 289\/278;\" \/><figcaption>kingdom of<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>(a) Akbar at the time of capture of Khandesh in 1601 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Akbar at the time of his death in 1605 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Aurangzeb at the time of capture of Hyderabad <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Aurangzeb at the time of his death in 1707 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a\"><\/span>Ans. (a)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The map depicts the realm of Akbar during the conquest of Khandesh in 1601 AD. Once known as Khandesh, the Northwestern region of Maharashtra held significance. Asirgarh stood as a prominent fortress within Khandesh. In the year 1601 AD, Mughal Emperor Akbar incorporated the Sultanate of Khandesh into his dominion, establishing Burhanpur as the capital of the Mughal Empire&#8217;s Khandesh Subah.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q13_Match_List_I_with_List_II_and_select_the_correct_answer_using_the_codes_given_below_the_lists_2000\"><\/span>Q13. Match List I with List II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists. (2000)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>List I  List II <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A. Iqta  1. Marathas <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B. Jagir  2. Delhi Sultans<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C. Amaram  3. Mughals <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D. Mokasa 4. Vijayanagara<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ABCD <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) 3 2 1 4 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) 2 3 4 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) 2 3 1 4 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) 3 2 4 1 <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-5\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The correct matching is: A-2, B-3, C-4, D-1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Iqta system was implemented by Delhi Sultan Shams-ud-din Iltutmish, marking its introduction into India. Mughal Emperor Akbar established the Jagir and Mansab institutions as primary mechanisms for consolidating and expanding his empire. In the Vijayanagara empire, the Amaram system was introduced, wherein land pieces were allocated to military chiefs. Similarly, the Marathas introduced the Mokasa system, wherein ordinary soldiers received cash payments while chiefs and military commanders were granted Jagir allowances, known as Saranjam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q14_Which_among_the_following_ports_was_called_Babul_Makka_Gate_of_Makka_during_the_Mughal_period_2001\"><\/span>Q14. Which among the following ports was called Babul Makka (Gate of Makka) during the Mughal period? (2001) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Calicut <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Broach <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Cambay <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Surat <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_d-5\"><\/span>Ans. (d)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the Mughal era, Surat port earned the moniker &#8220;Babul Makka&#8221; (Gate of Mecca). Throughout medieval times, it served as a pivotal departure point for pilgrim ships embarking on the journey to Mecca via the sea route, earning it the title &#8220;Gateway to Mecca.&#8221; Additionally, Surat gained renown as the &#8220;Gateway of West Asia,&#8221; emerging as a bustling hub for the trade of goods and textiles via maritime routes to various nations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q15_Assertion_A_The_Battle_of_Khanwa_was_certainly_more_decisive_and_significant_than_the_First_Battle_of_Panipat\"><\/span>Q15. Assertion (A) The Battle of Khanwa was certainly more decisive and significant than the First Battle of Panipat. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_R_Rana_Sanga_the_Rajput_hero_was_certainly_a_more_formidable_adversary_than_Ibrahim_Lodhi_2001\"><\/span>Reason (R) Rana Sanga, the Rajput hero, was certainly a more formidable adversary than Ibrahim Lodhi. (2001)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) A is true, but R is false. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) A is false, but R is true. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-6\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Both A and R are true. However, R is not the correct explanation of A. The Battle of Khanwa, which took place in 1527 AD, indeed stands as more decisive and significant than the first Battle of Panipat. It saw Mughal forces led by Babur confront the Rajput alliance under Rana Sanga of Mewar. The outcome favored the Mughals, solidifying their power and paving the way for their enduring rule. Meanwhile, the Battle of Khatoli in 1517 AD, where Rana Sanga of Mewar defeated Ibrahim Lodhi, Sultan of Delhi, and briefly held him captive before his release upon payment of ransom, stands as a separate historical event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q16_The_shaded_area_in_the_above_map_shows_the_empire_of_2001\"><\/span>Q16. The shaded area in the above map shows the empire of (2001) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"378\" height=\"335\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-04-20-at-12.10.17.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-38224 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 378px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 378\/335;\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>(a) Alauddin Khilji <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Mohammad Tughlaq <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Shah Jahan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Aurangzeb <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_c-2\"><\/span>Ans. (c)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The shaded portion depicted on the map illustrates the realm under the reign of Shah Jahan. Ascending to the Mughal throne on January 24th, 1628 AD, in Agra, shortly after Jahangir&#8217;s passing, Shah Jahan orchestrated a comprehensive expansion of his dominion. His conquests encompassed diverse directions, including the annexation of the Rajput Kingdoms of Baglana and Bundelkhand in 1635 AD, along with the acquisition of the territories of Bijapur and Golconda in the Deccan region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q17_The_motive_behind_Shah_Jahans_Balkh_campaign_was_to_2002\"><\/span>Q17. The motive behind Shah Jahan&#8217;s Balkh campaign was to (2002)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) secure a friendly ruler in Balkh and Badakhshan which bordered Kabul <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) conquer Samarkand and Ferghana, the Mughal homelands <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) fix the Mughal frontier on the &#8216;scientific line&#8217;, the Amu Daria <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) expand the Mughal Empire beyond the sub-continent <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a-2\"><\/span>Ans. (a)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Shah Jahan&#8217;s Balkh campaign was driven by the strategic aim of establishing a supportive ruler in the strategically important regions of Balkh and Badakhshan, adjacent to Kabul. This military endeavor, initiated in 1646-47 AD, saw the Mughal Emperor deploying a formidable force of 60,000 soldiers under the command of his son, Murad Baksh, who served as the appointed Commander-in-Chief. The campaign&#8217;s primary objective was to extend Mughal influence and secure a friendly governance in these vital border territories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Banner&amp;utm_campaign=CSAT+Test+Series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"300\" data-src=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42415 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png 1280w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-1170x274.png 1170w, https:\/\/edukemy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-585x137.png 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1280px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1280\/300;\" \/><\/a><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/edukemy.com\/upsc\/upsc-csat-test-series\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPSC CSAT Test Series<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q18_Assertion_A_Emperor_Akbar_marched_towards_Afghanistan_in_1581_with_a_huge_army\"><\/span>Q18. Assertion (A) Emperor Akbar marched towards Afghanistan in 1581 with a huge army. <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reason_R_He_was_on_his_way_to_reclaim_his_ancestral_country_of_Ferghana_in_Central_Asia_2003\"><\/span>Reason (R) He was on his way to reclaim his ancestral country of Ferghana in Central Asia. (2003) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Codes <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) A is true, but R is false. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) A is false, but R is true.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_c-3\"><\/span>Ans. (c)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 1581, Emperor Akbar led a formidable army towards Afghanistan, ultimately capturing Kabul and establishing his residence in the historic citadel once inhabited by Babur. This strategic move served as a vital safeguard for his empire. Despite his conquest, Akbar harbored no ambitions to reclaim his ancestral lands in Ferghana, located in Central Asia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q19_Alam_Khan_one_of_those_who_invited_Babur_to_invade_India_was_2003\"><\/span>Q19. Alam Khan, one of those who invited Babur to invade India was (2003) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) an uncle of Ibrahim Lodhi and a pretender to the throne of Delhi <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) a cousin of Ibrahim Lodhi who was ill-treated and expelled from the country <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) the father of Dilawar Khan to whom cruel treatment was meted out by Ibrahim Lodhi <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) a high official in Punjab province who was very much discontented with Ibrahim Lodhi treatment to his tribe <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_a-3\"><\/span>Ans. (a) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alam Khan, an uncle of Ibrahim Lodhi and a claimant to the Delhi throne, extended an invitation to Babur to invade India. Also recognized as &#8216;Alauddin&#8217;, Alam Khan, along with Daulat Khan, a prominent adversary of Ibrahim Lodhi, facilitated Babur&#8217;s entry into India. This alliance culminated in the decisive battle of Panipat in 1526 AD, where Babur&#8217;s forces triumphed over Ibrahim Lodhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q20_The_Battle_of_Dharmat_was_fought_between_2003\"><\/span>Q20. The Battle of Dharmat was fought between (2003)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Mohammad Ghori and Jai Chand <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Babur and Afghans <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Aurangzeb and Dara Shikoh <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Ahmad Shah Durrani and the Marathas <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_c-4\"><\/span>Ans. (c)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The conflict known as the Battle of Dharmat marked a pivotal moment in the Mughal War of Succession in 1658-59 AD, pitting Aurangzeb against Dara Shikoh. In this significant clash, Aurangzeb emerged victorious, owing much to his superior artillery and strategic prowess. Buoyed by his triumph at Dharmat, Aurangzeb advanced towards Agra, ultimately leading to the decisive Battle of Samugarh against Dara Shikoh. The aftermath of these battles saw Aurangzeb ordering the execution of Dara Shikoh and his son Sulaiman Shikoh, solidifying his claim to power within the Mughal Empire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q21_How_did_the_Mughal_emperor_Jahandar_Shahs_reign_come_to_an_early_end_2003\"><\/span>Q21. How did the Mughal emperor Jahandar Shah&#8217;s reign come to an early end? (2003) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) He was deposed by his Wazir <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) He died due to a slip while climbing down steps <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) He was defeated by his nephew in a battle <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) He died of sickness due to much consumption of wine <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_c-5\"><\/span>Ans. (c)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Jahandar Shah&#8217;s reign as the eighth Mughal emperor was abruptly cut short when he faced defeat at the hands of his nephew in a pivotal battle. Known also as Mirza Mohammad Muizzuddin, Jahandar Shah&#8217;s rule spanned a brief period from 1712 to 1713 AD. His nephew, Farrukhsiyar, emerged victorious in the battle at Agra in 1713 AD, bolstered by the backing of the Sayyid Brothers, leading to Jahandar Shah&#8217;s downfall and Farrukhsiyar&#8217;s ascension to the throne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q22_In_Indian_history_who_was_Abdul_Hamid_Lahori_2006\"><\/span>Q22. In Indian history, who was Abdul Hamid Lahori? (2006) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) An important military commander during Akbar reign <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) An official historian of the reign of Shah Jahan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) An important noble and confident of Aurangzeb <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) A chronicler and poet during the reign of Mohammad Shah <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-7\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the annals of Indian history, Abdul Hamid Lahori stands as a prominent figure, serving as the official historian during the illustrious reign of Shah Jahan. Lahori, distinguished both as a traveler and historian, traversed the corridors of Mughal power, eventually ascending to the esteemed position of court historian to Emperor Shah Jahan himself. His magnum opus, the &#8216;Padshahnama,&#8217; meticulously chronicled the initial two decades of Shah Jahan&#8217;s rule, a monumental endeavor culminating in the completion of the tome in 1648 AD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q23_During_the_time_of_which_Mughal_emperor_did_the_English_East_India_Company_establish_its_first_factory_in_India_2008\"><\/span>Q23. During the time of which Mughal emperor did the English East India Company establish its first factory in India? (2008) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Akbar <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Jahangir <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Shah Jahan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Aurangzeb <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-8\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the reign of Mughal emperor Jahangir, the English East India Company laid the foundation for its initial factory in India. Jahangir accorded permission to the Company to establish their factory in Surat in 1613 AD. Captain William Hawkins received a royal decree, or &#8220;farman,&#8221; from Jahangir to erect this factory. Subsequently, in 1615 AD, Thomas Roe, serving as Ambassador to James I, obtained an imperial Farman from Jahangir, enabling trade and the establishment of factories throughout the Mughal Empire. Expanding its presence, the East India Company established its inaugural factory in South India in Masulipatnam in 1616.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q24_With_whose_permission_did_the_English_set-up_their_first_factory_in_Surat_2009\"><\/span>Q24. With whose permission did the English set-up their first factory in Surat? (2009) <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>(a) Akbar <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(b) Jahangir <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(c) Shah Jahan <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(d) Aurangzeb <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ans_b-9\"><\/span>Ans. (b)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During the reign of Mughal Emperor Jahangir, the English were granted permission to establish their inaugural factory in Surat. This pivotal moment occurred in 1613 AD, facilitated by Sir Thomas Roe&#8217;s audience with the Emperor. Queen Elizabeth I of Britain had earlier chartered the English East India Company in 1600 AD, authorizing its operations in India for a span of up to 21 years. 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Originating around 765-1215 AD, Mahattaras represented towns and villages primarily in North India, while Pattakilas fulfilled similar roles in Western India.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Who_were_the_Mughal_Emperors\"><\/span>Q: <strong>Who were the Mughal Emperors?<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mughal Emperors were a dynasty of rulers who reigned over the Indian subcontinent from the early 16th to the mid-19th century. 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