Static Quiz 17 January 2025 (Medieval History)
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Static Quiz 17 January 2025 (Medieval History) For UPSC Exam
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1. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the local self-government in the villages under the Chola Empire:
1. Ur and Mahasabha were the two assemblies mentioned in the Chola inscriptions.
2. Mahasabha was a general assembly of the village, while the Ur was a gathering of the adult men in the Brahmana villages.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. The Chola inscriptions mention two assemblies: the Ur and the Sabha or Mahasabha.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The Ur was a general assembly of the villages. The Sabha or Mahasabha was a gathering of adult men in Brahmana villages (agraharas), which were rent-free lands granted to Brahmanas. The Mahasabha performed administrative functions like land settlement, taxation, and resolving disputes.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (a) 1 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. The Chola inscriptions mention two assemblies: the Ur and the Sabha or Mahasabha.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The Ur was a general assembly of the villages. The Sabha or Mahasabha was a gathering of adult men in Brahmana villages (agraharas), which were rent-free lands granted to Brahmanas. The Mahasabha performed administrative functions like land settlement, taxation, and resolving disputes. - Question 2 of 5
2. Question
With reference to the Pratihara King “Bhoja,” consider the following statements:
1. He made Ujjain the capital of the Pratihara empire.
2. He adopted the title of ‘Adivaraha.’
Which of the above statements is/are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. Bhoja was the real founder and greatest ruler of the Pratihara empire. He recovered Kannauj by 836 CE, which served as the empire’s capital.
• Statement 2: Correct. Bhoja, a devotee of Vishnu, adopted the title ‘Adivaraha,’ as found on his coins. He is also referred to as Mihir Bhoja to distinguish him from Bhoja Paramara of Ujjain.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) 2 only
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. Bhoja was the real founder and greatest ruler of the Pratihara empire. He recovered Kannauj by 836 CE, which served as the empire’s capital.
• Statement 2: Correct. Bhoja, a devotee of Vishnu, adopted the title ‘Adivaraha,’ as found on his coins. He is also referred to as Mihir Bhoja to distinguish him from Bhoja Paramara of Ujjain. - Question 3 of 5
3. Question
Consider the following statements regarding the conflict between the Turks and the Rajputs in the early Medieval Period:
1. The Turks had a large number of elephants in their armies.
2. The growth of feudalism had weakened the administrative structure and military organization of the Indian states.
3. The Turks maintained large standing armies.
How many of the above statements are reasons for the defeat of the Rajputs against the Turks?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. Rajputs relied heavily on elephants, while the Turks utilized fast-moving cavalry, giving them a tactical advantage.
• Statement 2: Correct. Feudalism weakened the Indian states’ administration and military organization, as local chiefs rarely coordinated effectively and dispersed after battles.
• Statement 3: Correct. The Turks maintained large, organized standing armies under systems like iqta and khalisa, which supported long campaigns.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Incorrect. Rajputs relied heavily on elephants, while the Turks utilized fast-moving cavalry, giving them a tactical advantage.
• Statement 2: Correct. Feudalism weakened the Indian states’ administration and military organization, as local chiefs rarely coordinated effectively and dispersed after battles.
• Statement 3: Correct. The Turks maintained large, organized standing armies under systems like iqta and khalisa, which supported long campaigns. - Question 4 of 5
4. Question
With reference to the Kitab-ul-Hind, consider the following statements:
1. It was written by Al-Biruni.
2. It was written in Turkish language.
3. It covers a wide range of subjects related to religion, astronomy, and social life.
How many of the statements given above are correct?CorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. Al-Biruni, brought to Ghazni by Mahmud of Ghazni, authored Kitab-ul-Hind after studying Indian culture.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The book was written in Arabic, not Turkish.
• Statement 3: Correct. The book covers 80 chapters, discussing Indian religion, festivals, astronomy, alchemy, social life, laws, and iconography.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (b) Only two
Explanation:
• Statement 1: Correct. Al-Biruni, brought to Ghazni by Mahmud of Ghazni, authored Kitab-ul-Hind after studying Indian culture.
• Statement 2: Incorrect. The book was written in Arabic, not Turkish.
• Statement 3: Correct. The book covers 80 chapters, discussing Indian religion, festivals, astronomy, alchemy, social life, laws, and iconography. - Question 5 of 5
5. Question
With reference to Medieval India, Salher, Gingee, and Panhala were well known as:
CorrectCorrect Answer: (d) Forts
Explanation:
• These locations are prominent forts showcasing the strategic military architecture of their respective regions:
◦ Salher Fort: In Maharashtra, linked to Maratha history.
◦ Gingee Fort: In Tamil Nadu, associated with the Vijayanagara Empire.
◦ Panhala Fort: In Maharashtra, closely linked to Shivaji’s campaigns.IncorrectCorrect Answer: (d) Forts
Explanation:
• These locations are prominent forts showcasing the strategic military architecture of their respective regions:
◦ Salher Fort: In Maharashtra, linked to Maratha history.
◦ Gingee Fort: In Tamil Nadu, associated with the Vijayanagara Empire.
◦ Panhala Fort: In Maharashtra, closely linked to Shivaji’s campaigns.
