mughal empire quiz set 5 Questions and Answers Detailed Explanation

Question : 1

The Mansabdari system of the Mughals was a complex system. Its efficient functioning depended upon

1. The practice of offering the title of ‘Mansabdar’ to military personnel only.
2. Proper functioning of the dagh (branding) system.
3. Proper functioning of the jagirdari system.

a) Only 1

b) 2 and 3

c) 1 and 3

d) All of these

Question : 2

Which year of Akbar’s reign has been regarded by the historian Vicent A. Smith as the most critical time?

a) 1556 AD

b) 1571 AD

c) 1561 AD

d) 1581 AD

Question : 3

Who among the following Maratha Chieftains helped the Syed brothers in dethroning the emperor Farrukhsiyer?

a) Baji Rao I

b) Balaji Vishwanath

c) Raghunath Rao

d) Raja Ram

Question : 4

Who among the following Maratha officers looked after the revenue department?

a) Amatya

b) Peshwa

c) Sachiva

d) Sumant

Question : 5

How did the Mughal Emperor Jahandarshah’s reign, come to an early end?

a) He was deposed by his Wazir

b) He was defeated by his nephew in a battle

c) He died due to a slip while climbing down the steps

d) He died of sickness due to drinking

Question : 6

Mughal-Mewar peace treaty was concluded during the times of ?

a) Humayun

b) Jahangir

c) Akbar

d) Shah Jahan