Awadh: Historical Region in Northern India

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During which period did the nawabs preside over Awadh?

  • 1560 to 1700
  • 1600 to 1750
  • 1800 to 1900
  • 1720 to 1856 (correct)

Which region in northern India is synonymous with the ancient Kosala region of Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain scriptures?

  • Ayodhya
  • Awadh (correct)
  • Uttar Pradesh
  • Lucknow

Which city initially served as the capital of Awadh?

  • Lucknow
  • Delhi
  • Faizabad (correct)
  • Ayodhya

What is the meaning of the word 'Awadh' inherited from Sanskrit?

<p>Not to be warred against, irresistible (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Awadh known as due to its strategic importance for the control of the Doab?

<p>Granary of India (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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