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Razia ______ was the first female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
Razia ______ was the first female ruler of the Delhi Sultanate.
Sultana
The foundation of the Mughal Empire was laid by ______.
The foundation of the Mughal Empire was laid by ______.
Shershah
The ______ movement was a significant religious movement in medieval India.
The ______ movement was a significant religious movement in medieval India.
Bhakti
Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire, was a ______ ruler.
Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire, was a ______ ruler.
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Krishnadeva ______ was the ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire.
Krishnadeva ______ was the ruler of the Vijayanagara Empire.
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Who was the successor of Qutb ud din Aibak?
Who was the successor of Qutb ud din Aibak?
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What was the significance of Shershah Suri's Caravan Sarai?
What was the significance of Shershah Suri's Caravan Sarai?
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Which Vaishnavite saint preached the doctrine of love and devotion?
Which Vaishnavite saint preached the doctrine of love and devotion?
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What was the primary focus of the Tughlaqs' rule?
What was the primary focus of the Tughlaqs' rule?
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Who was the founder of the Peshwa dynasty?
Who was the founder of the Peshwa dynasty?
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Study Notes
Delhi Sultanate
- Founded by Qutb-ud-din Aibak
- Iltutmish, Razia Sultana, and Ghiyas-ud-din Balban were notable rulers
- Khilji dynasty, Alauddin Khilji was a prominent ruler
- Tughlaqs, Mohammed bin Tughlaq was a notable ruler with unique theories on kingship
Mughal Empire
- Founded by Shershah Suri and carved by Akbar
- Akbar's conquests, administration, religion, and policy are notable
- Aurangzeb's Deccan policy is a significant event
Maratha Empire
- Shivaji's career, conquests, and administration are notable
- The Peshwas played a crucial role in the empire
- The Cholas of Tanjore, Rajanaja I, Rajendra T, and the rise of Vijayanagara Empire under Krishnadeva Raya are important regional powers
Bhakti Movement
- Background: Alvars and Nayanars
- Vaishnavite and Shaivite teachings are important
- Kabir, Nanak, Sankardeva, Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, and Sufism are key figures
- Sheikh Muntuddin Chishti is a notable Sufi saint
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Test your knowledge of the history of the Delhi Sultanate and Mughal Empire, including their founders, rulers, and notable achievements. Covering topics from Qutb ud din Aibak to Aurangzeb and Shivaji.
