History of India 650-1526 CE Exam

History of India 650-1526 CE Exam

• Exam Type: B.A., B.Ed. Degree Examination
• Semester: First
• Subject: History of India (650-1526 CE)
• Year: 2018-2019 Regulations
• Time: Three hours
• Maximum Marks: 70

Part A

• Instructions: Answer the following questions (2 x 10 = 20 marks)
• Question 1: Write an essay on the condition of India on the eve of Muslim invasions.
• Question 2 (Option): Critically examine the economic and military reforms of Ala-ud-din Khilji.
• Question 3 (Option): Narrate the administrative system of Vijayanagar Empire.
• Question 4 (Option): Examine the impact of the Bhakti movement on Indian society.

Part B

• Instructions: Answer any six of the following questions (6 x 5 = 30 marks)
• Question 5: Describe the effects of the Arab and Turk invasions on India.
• Question 6: "Despite their bravery, the Rajputs failed against the Turks": Examine this statement.
• Question 7: Briefly discuss the achievements of Iltutmish.
• Question 8: "Muhammad-bin-Tughluq's character was a mixture of opposites": Justify this statement.
• Question 9: What do you know about Timur's invasion?
• Question 10: Estimate the career and achievements of Sikander Lodi.
• Question 11: Give an account of the conquest and greatness of Krishnadeva Raya.
• Question 12: Write about the rise and fall of the Bahmani Kingdom.
• Question 13: Describe the socio-economic conditions during the Delhi Sultanate.
• Question 14: Narrate the growth of art and architecture under the Delhi Sultanate.

Part C

• Instructions: Answer the following questions (10 x 5 = 30 marks)
• Question 15: Muhammad-bin-Qasim
• Question 16: Second Battle of Tarain
• Question 17: Lakh Badshah
• Question 18: Malik Kafur
• Question 19: Bahlol Lodi
• Question 20: Muhammed Gawan
• Question 21: Lodis
• Question 22: Nayankara system
• Question 23: Jizya
• Question 24: Kabir

Section A

• Instructions: Answer the following (2 x 10 = 20 marks)
• Question 1: Describe the invasions of Mahmud of Ghazni.
• Question 2 (Option): Evaluate Balban's Theory of Kingship.
• Question 3 (Option): Critically examine the reign of Muhammad bin Tughluq.
• Question 4 (Option): Discuss the rivalry between the Bahmani and Vijayanagara Empires.

Section B

• Instructions: Answer any six of the following (6 x 5 = 30 marks)
• Question 5 Give a brief account of the Arab conquest of Sindh.
• Question 6: Write a note on the Battle of Tarain.
• Question 7: State the achievements of Iltutmish.
• Question 8: Briefly explain the reign of Razia Sultana.
• Question 9: Why did Alauddin Khilji introduce market control policies?
• Question 10: Discuss the internal reforms of Feroz Tughlaq.
• Question 11: Sketch an account of Timur's invasion.
• Question 12: Highlight the cultural contribution of the Vijayanagara Empire.
• Question 13: List out the reasons for the rise of the Bhakti movement.
• Question 14: Explain the features of the Nayankara system.

Section C

• Instructions: Answer the following (10 x 5 = 30 marks)
• Questions 15-24 (List of historical figures and events as found in the document)

This exam tests knowledge of India's historical conditions and key events from 650 to 1526 CE. It covers Muslim invasions, economic reforms, and societal movements like the Bhakti movement. Prepare to discuss significant empires and their impacts on Indian history.