Medieval India — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about the administrative reforms of Alauddin Khilji is/are correct? 1. He introduced the 'Dagh' (branding of horses) and 'Chehra' (descriptive roll of soldiers) systems. 2. He abolished the Iqta system and paid his soldiers in cash. 3. He implemented a strict market control policy to fix prices of essential commodities. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

With reference to the Vijayanagara Empire, consider the following statements: 1. The Battle of Talikota led to the complete destruction of the empire and its immediate cessation. 2. Krishnadevaraya was a ruler of the Saluva dynasty and a great patron of art and literature. 3. The Virupaksha Temple and Vittala Temple are prominent examples of Vijayanagara architecture. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Consider the following pairs: 1. Qutub Minar : Iltutmish 2. Alai Darwaza : Alauddin Khilji 3. Humayun's Tomb : Akbar Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Which of the following statements regarding the Bhakti and Sufi movements in Medieval India is/are correct? 1. Both movements emphasized strict adherence to rituals and caste hierarchies. 2. Both movements promoted the use of vernacular languages in their teachings. 3. Guru Nanak's teachings were influenced by both Bhakti and Sufi traditions. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following was NOT a cause for the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 18th century?