Indo-Islamic History Quiz
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Indo-Islamic History Quiz

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What is the major disagreement among historians regarding the spread of Islam in the subcontinent?

  • Clear distinguishing line between Islamic civilization and the pre-existing Hindu tradition (correct)
  • Complete absence of Arab traders in the subcontinent
  • Islam's roots not reflecting the local India roots
  • Acceptance of Islam only among upper caste Hindus
  • Who conquered the Makran coastal areas during the rule of Hazrat Ali?

  • Muhammad Bin Qasim (correct)
  • Turkish invaders
  • Arab traders
  • Afghan invaders
  • What does the recent research on Islam in a variety of regional settings emphasize?

  • Complete segregation of Islamic and Hindu traditions
  • Acceptance of Islam only among the upper class
  • Absence of religiously informed identity
  • Variants of an argument about 'syncretism' (correct)
  • During which century were Arab traders settled along the western coast of India for trading purposes?

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    Who conquered Sindh in 712 AD?

    <p>Muhammad Bin Qasim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    ### Disagreement on the Spread of Islam

    • Historians disagree on the extent to which Islam spread through peaceful means, like trade and missionary activity, versus forceful conversion.

    Conquest of Makran

    • During Hazrat Ali's rule, the Makran coastal areas were conquered by Muhammad bin Qasim.

    Regional Emphasis in Recent Research

    • Recent research emphasizes the diverse and localized nature of Islam, highlighting its variations across different regions and communities.

    Arab Traders in India

    • Arab traders were established along the western coast of India for trade purposes during the 7th Century AD.

    Sindh's Conquest

    • Muhammad bin Qasim led the conquest of Sindh in 712 AD.

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    Test your knowledge of the establishment of Muslim society in the Indian subcontinent with this quiz. Explore the origins of Islam in the region, military conquests, religious conversions, and the early Islamic rulers. Delve into the historical context of Indo-Islamic culture and the events that shaped the medieval era in the subcontinent.

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