Alauddin Khalji - Medieval India Quiz
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Who captured Gujarat in 1299 CE during the time period mentioned?

  • Rai Karan (correct)
  • Balban
  • Ali Gurshasp
  • Nusrat
  • What action did Alauddin Khalji take towards Hindus according to the text?

  • He rewarded them for their loyalty
  • He imposed heavy taxes on them
  • He gave them autonomy in their regions
  • He punished them for tax evasion (correct)
  • Which city was built near the Qutb Complex during Alauddin Khalji's rule?

  • Siri (correct)
  • Anhilwara
  • Somnath
  • Patan
  • What was the primary motivation behind Alauddin Khalji's severe punishments to rebellious family members and nobles?

    <p>To prevent any opposition to his rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which famous Rajput kingdom did Alauddin Khalji capture (except for the south) in 1299 CE?

    <p>Gujarat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the fate of the Mongols who settled during Jalaluddin Khilji's reign and later rebelled according to the text?

    <p>They faced wholesale massacre</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the capture of Chittoor under Ratan Sen?

    <p>Powerful empire in Rajasthan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the Southern Campaign for Alauddin Khalji?

    <p>Malik Kafur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why were the territories of Deogir, Warangal, Dwarasamudra, and Madurai not added to Alauddin Khalji's empire?

    <p>Direct rule from Malwa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dynasty defaulted and surrendered to Malik Kafur during the Southern Campaign?

    <p>Yadavas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who wrote the epic poem 'Padmaavat' in 1540?

    <p>Sufi poet Malik Muhammad Jayasi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of Kamala Devi in the context of Alauddin Khalji's conquests?

    <p>She was a Queen under Hamirdeva</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Alauddin Khilji's approach towards taxation of Hindus during his reign?

    <p>He taxed the Hindus heavily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significance of introducing measurement of land for tax assessment by Alauddin Khilji?

    <p>To improve tax collection efficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Alauddin Khilji do to maintain a strong and disciplined army?

    <p>Maintained a permanent army and paid soldiers in cash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did Khalisa Land play in Alauddin Khilji's administrative reforms?

    <p>It provided income directly to the Sultan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which market control department was responsible for managing the markets at Delhi during Alauddin Khilji's reign?

    <p>Shahna-i-mandi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the famous poet patronized by Alauddin Khilji known as the ‘parrot of India’?

    <p>Amir Khusrau</p> Signup and view all the answers

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