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Medieval Indian Architecture

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Purana Qila in Delhi was built by___________?

A
Shah Jahan
B
Babar
C
Firoz Tughlaq
D
Sher Shah
Explanation and memory cue

Purana Qila in Delhi was primarily built by Firoz Shah Tughlaq in the 14th century. While later rulers made modifications, the original construction is attributed to him, making option C correct.

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Indian independence movement

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History

Who was Abul Kalam Azad?

A
Indian journalist
B
Pakistani politician
C
Great economist
D
None of these
Explanation and memory cue

Abul Kalam Azad was a prominent Indian journalist, scholar, and senior leader of the Indian National Congress during the independence movement. He was known for his contributions to journalism and education in India.

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Dissolution Of The Soviet Union

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History

When did the Soviet Union officially break up?

A
26 September 1991
B
26 December 1991
C
26 September 1992
D
26 December 1992
Explanation and memory cue

The Soviet Union officially dissolved on 26 December 1991, when the Supreme Soviet formally voted to dissolve the USSR, marking the end of the union.

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East India Company Establishment

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History

The East India Company was established in __________?

A
December 31, 1600
B
December 31, 1616
C
December 31, 1700
D
None Of These
Explanation and memory cue

The East India Company was established on December 31, 1600, by royal charter from Queen Elizabeth I. This date is historically accurate and widely documented.

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Ranjit Singh Regime

easy
History

What was the court language during the Ranjit Singh regime?

A
Persian
B
Punjabi
C
Urdu
D
None
Explanation and memory cue

During the Ranjit Singh regime, Persian was the official court language used for administration and correspondence, reflecting the historical influence of Persian culture in the region.

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British India

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History

Who was the Viceroy of India during the Simon Commission?

A
Lord Irwin
B
Lord Canning
C
Lord Mountbatten
D
None
Explanation and memory cue

Lord Irwin was the Viceroy of India during the Simon Commission's visit in 1928. The Simon Commission was appointed by the British government to report on the political situation in India, and Lord Irwin was the serving Viceroy at that time.

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Delhi Sultanate

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History

Which king called himself Naib-e-Khuda (Deputy of God)?

A
Akbar the Great
B
Ala-ud-din Khilji
C
Muhammad Tughluq
D
Ghiyasuddin Balban
Explanation and memory cue

Ghiyasuddin Balban was known for calling himself Naib-e-Khuda (Deputy of God) to emphasize his absolute authority and divine right to rule. This title reflected his strong centralized control during his reign.

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Medieval Indian History

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History

Al-Beruni came to India along with ___________?

A
Muhammad Ghouri
B
Mehmood Ghaznavi
C
Babar
D
Allauddin Khilji
Explanation and memory cue

Al-Beruni accompanied Mahmud Ghaznavi during his invasions of India, which allowed him to study Indian culture and sciences firsthand. The other options are historically incorrect as Al-Beruni did not come with Muhammad Ghouri, Babar, or Allauddin Khilji.

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Indian National Congress

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History

Who was A.O. Hume?

A
Viceroy of India
B
Governor General of India
C
A retired member of Civil Services
D
Member of British Parliament
Explanation and memory cue

A.O. Hume was a retired member of the Indian Civil Services who played a key role in founding the Indian National Congress. He was not a Viceroy, Governor General, or British Parliament member.

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Mughal Dynasty

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History

Jalal Uddin Akbar was the son of _____________?

A
Nasir Uddin Humayun
B
Shah Jahan
C
Jahangir
D
Babur
Explanation and memory cue

Jalal Uddin Akbar, commonly known as Akbar the Great, was the son of Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire. This is a well-established historical fact.