History

The Khilji dynasty ruled parts of India approximately from 1290 to 1320, which is about 30 years. This period marks their control over the Delhi Sultanate before being succeeded by the Tughlaq dynasty.

After the Indian War of Independence in 1857, the British government took direct control of India from the East India Company through the Queen's Proclamation of 1858, which marked the beginning of the British Raj.

"Majma' ul Baharain" or "The Mingling of Two Oceans" was authored by Dara Shikoh, a Mughal prince known for his interest in comparative religion and philosophy. This work reflects his efforts to find common ground between Islam and Hinduism.

Fakir Aziao Din was a well-known religious scholar in Emperor Akbar's court, recognized for his spiritual and religious contributions. The other options were notable figures but not primarily known as religious scholars.

Raja Man Singh was a trusted general and one of the Navaratnas (nine jewels) in the court of Mughal Emperor Akbar. He played a significant role in Akbar's military campaigns and administration.

India and the USSR signed the Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation on 9 August 1971, just before the 1971 Indo-Pak war. This treaty established mutual strategic cooperation and was a significant factor in the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War. It was not signed on the occasion of the 1965 war. Therefore, the correct answer is B (1971 War). The treaty was a strategic move to strengthen ties between India and the USSR in the context of rising tensions with Pakistan and its allies, and it marked a shift from India's previous non-aligned stance.

Captain William Hawkins first visited the Mughal court of Emperor Jahangir in 1606. This visit marked the beginning of English diplomatic relations with the Mughal Empire.

Lord Curzon issued the order to divide the province of Bengal into two parts on July 20, 1905, as part of the Partition of Bengal. This was a significant event in British India's history.

Emperor Zaheer Uddin Muhammad Babur was born in Andijan, which is located in present-day Uzbekistan. This is a well-documented historical fact about Babur's birthplace.

Bahadur Shah Zafar, the last Mughal emperor, was also a renowned Urdu poet known for his ghazals. None of the other listed Mughal kings are famous for Urdu poetry.