Bahamani Kingdom MCQ
1.Who was the founder of the Bahmani Sultanate?
a) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
b) Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah
c) Muhammad Shah I
d) Taj-ud-din Firoz Shah
Answer: b) Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah
Explanation: Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah, also known as Hasan Gangu, founded the Bahmani Sultanate in 1347.
2.What was the original name of the capital established by Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah?
a) Daulatabad
b) Gulbarga
c) Bidar
d) Hassanabad
Answer: b) Gulbarga
Explanation: Gulbarga was initially established as the capital by Alauddin Hasan Bahman Shah, later renamed Hassanabad.
3.Who was Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah?
a) Sultan of Delhi
b) Founder of the Bahmani dynasty
c) Ruler of Vijayanagara
d) Mughal Emperor
Answer: b) Founder of the Bahmani dynasty
Explanation: Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah was the noble who founded the Bahmani dynasty after seizing Daulatabad and rebelling against the Sultan of Delhi.
4.What was Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah’s original name?
a) Hasan Gangu
b) Muhammad Shah I
c) Taj-ud-din Firoz Shah
d) Ahmad Shah Wali
Answer: a) Hasan Gangu
Explanation: Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah was also known as Hasan Gangu before he declared himself Sultan.
5.What is the meaning of “Gesu Daraz”?
(a) Long hair
(b) Wise teacher
(c) Mystic singer
(d) Generous soul
Answer: (a) Long hair
Explanation: The name “Gesu Daraz” translates to “long hair,” referring to the saint’s distinctive physical characteristic.
6.In which city did Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah establish his capital?
a) Daulatabad
b) Gulbarga
c) Bidar
d) Warangal
Answer: b) Gulbarga
Explanation: Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah initially established his capital in Gulbarga, later renamed Hassanabad.
7.What significant military conflicts did Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah face?
a) Wars with Persia
b) Wars with Delhi Sultanate
c) Constant wars with Vijayanagara and Warangal
d) Wars with Mughal Empire
Answer: c) Constant wars with Vijayanagara and Warangal
Explanation: Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah faced continuous military conflicts with the Vijayanagara and Warangal kingdoms throughout his reign.
8.What was Mahmud Gavan known for in the Bahmani Kingdom?
(a) Building beautiful palaces
(b) Organizing lavish parties
(c) Expanding the army
(d) All of the above
Answer: (d) All of the above
Explanation: Gavan was a multifaceted figure. He led successful military campaigns, implemented administrative reforms, and even patronized art and architecture. He’s credited with building the famed Mahmud Gawan Madrasa in Bidar
9.Alauddin Bahman Shah was the founder of which dynasty?
(a) The Delhi Sultanate
(b) The Bahmani Sultanate
(c) The Vijayanagara Empire
(d) The Mughal Empire
Answer: (b) The Bahmani Sultanate
Explanation: Alauddin Bahman Shah, originally known as Hasan Gangu, was a general in the Delhi Sultanate who rebelled against Muhammad bin Tughlaq and established the independent Bahmani Sultanate in 1347.
10.Alauddin Bahman Shah’s reign came to an end in?
(a) 1358
(b) 1368
(c) 1378
(d) 1388
Answer: (a) 1358
Explanation: Alauddin Bahman Shah died in 1358 after a reign of 11 years. He was succeeded by his son, Muhammad Shah I.
11.When did Muhammad Shah I rule the Bahmani Sultanate?
(a) 1347-1358
(b) 1358-1377
(c) 1378-1397
(d) 1397-1422
Answer: (b) 1358-1377
Explanation: Muhammad Shah I ascended the throne after the death of his father, Alauddin Bahman Shah, in 1358. His reign lasted for 19 years until his death in 1377.
12.What was a significant achievement of Muhammad Shah I’s reign?
(a) Defeating the Delhi Sultanate in a major battle
(b) Expanding the Bahmani Sultanate into the Deccan Plateau
(c) Establishing the city of Bidar as a new capital
(d) Patronizing art and architecture, leading to the construction of mosques and madrasas
Answer: (d) Patronizing art and architecture
Explanation: Muhammad Shah I was known for his love of art and architecture. He commissioned the construction of several mosques and madrasas throughout the Bahmani Sultanate, including the Jama Masjid in Gulbarga and the Mahmud Gawan Madrasa in Bidar.
13.What divisions emerged in the Deccan due to Mohammad Gavan’s administrative reforms?
a) North and South
b) Hindus and Muslims
c) Deccan Muslims and Muslims from abroad
d) Urban and Rural
Answer : c) Deccan Muslims and Muslims from abroad
Explanation: Mohammad Gavan’s reforms led to the emergence of two divisions in the Deccan – Deccan Muslims and Muslims from abroad, causing conflicts and administrative challenges.
14.Who was Peroz Shah Bahmani?
(a) A famous poet from the Deccan region
(b) A powerful ruler of the Mughal Empire
(c) A skilled general in the Vijayanagara army
(d) A Sultan who governed the Bahmani Sultanate
Answer: (d) A Sultan who governed the Bahmani Sultanate
Explanation: Peroz Shah Bahmani, also known as Firoz Shah, ruled the Bahmani Sultanate from 1397 to 1422. He was a skilled administrator and reformer who brought prosperity and stability to the kingdom.
15.What was the name of the city Peroz Shah Bahmani founded?
(a) Gulbarga
(b) Bidar
(c) Bijapur
(d) Hyderabad
Answer: (b) Bidar
Explanation: Peroz Shah Bahmani established the city of Bidar as a new administrative and cultural center for the Bahmani Sultanate. He built palaces, mosques, and madrasas in the city, making it a flourishing hub of activity.
16.which Sultan decided to swap the Bahmani capital from Gulbarga to Bidar?
(a) Alauddin Bahman Shah
(b) Taj ud-Din Firuz Shah
(c) Ahmad Wali Shah
(d) Alauddin Ahmad Shah
Answer: (c) Ahmad Wali Shah
Explanation: Sultan Ahmad Wali Shah, known for his military prowess and cultural patronage, opted for a change in scenery in 1429. He moved the Bahmani capital from Gulbarga, the bustling center it had been for nearly a century, to the strategically located Bidar.
17.Who was Gesu Daraz?
(a) A Sufi saint from Baghdad
(b) A military commander for the Bahmani Sultanate
(c) A renowned poet in the Deccan
(d) A spiritual advisor to Ahmed Wali Shah
Answer: (d) A spiritual advisor to Ahmed Wali Shah
Explanation: Gesu Daraz was a revered Sufi saint known for his wisdom and piety. He served as a spiritual guide to Ahmed Wali Shah.
18.Where is the mausoleum of Gesu Daraz located?
(a) Gulbarga, Karnataka
(b) Bijapur, Karnataka
(c) Hyderabad, Telangana
(d) Delhi
Answer: (a) Gulbarga, Karnataka
Explanation: The mausoleum of Gesu Daraz is situated in Gulbarga, Karnataka, where it has become a popular pilgrimage site for devotees.
19.What did Mahmud Gavan become in the Bahmani Sultanate?
(a) King
(b) Prime Minister
(c) General
(d) Artist
Answer: (b) Prime Minister
Explanation: Gavan’s talents impressed the Bahmani king, Humayun Shah, who appointed him as the kingdom’s Prime Minister in 1463. He held this powerful position for almost 20 years.
20.Which title did Mohammad Gavan receive for his contributions?
(a) Shah-e-Jahan
(b) Khwaja-e-Jahan
(c) Wazir-e-Azam
(d) Bahadur Shah
Answer: (b) Khwaja-e-Jahan
Explanation: “Khwaja-e-Jahan” translates to “Lord of the World,” recognizing Gavan’s exceptional achievements and influence within the Bahmani Kingdom.
21.What administrative reform did Mohammad Gavan introduce involving land grants?
(a) Land taxes were abolished for farmers.
(b) Government officials received land instead of salaries.
(c) Land ownership was limited to nobles and royalty.
(d) Land was redistributed among all citizens equally.
Answer: (b) Government officials received land instead of salaries.
Explanation: This system, known as “jagirdari,” aimed to incentivize officials and raise troops without relying solely on the treasury
22.What ultimately led to Mohammad Gavan’s downfall?
(a) He lost a major battle against a rival kingdom.
(b) He became too old and weak to govern effectively.
(c) He was falsely accused of treason by jealous rivals.
(d) He disagreed with the Sultan’s religious policies.
Answer: (c) He was falsely accused of treason by jealous rivals.
Explanation: Sadly, Gavan’s success and power generated envy within the court. His enemies concocted a plot to deceive the Sultan, leading to Gavan’s unjust execution.
23.In which city did Mohammad Gavan build a Madrasah, a Muslim educational institution?
a) Bijapur
b) Golconda
c) Bidar
d) Hampi
Answer : c) Bidar
Explanation: Mohammad Gavan built a Madrasah in Bidar, where it is said to have contained 3000 handwritten books.
24.The Bahmani Kingdom “Tarafs”administ structure?
a) Divided into four provinces
b) Divided into six provinces
c) Divided into eight provinces
d) Divided into ten provinces
Answer : c) Divided into eight provinces
Explanation: The Bahmani Kingdom was administratively divided into eight provinces known as “Tarafs.”
25.What was the role of the Provincial Governor in terms of forts?
a) Controlled all forts in the province
b) Entrusted with multiple forts
c) Entrusted with only one strategically important fort
d) Acted as a fort commander
Answer : c) Entrusted with only one strategically important fort
Explanation: The Provincial Governor in the Bahmani Kingdom was entrusted with only one strategically important fort per province. Other forts were managed by the designated fort commander known as “Kilada R.”
26.What were the administrative divisions of the Bahmani Kingdom called?
(a) Zones
(b) Tarafs
(c) Districts
(d) Emirates
Answer: (b) Tarafs
Explanation: The Bahmani Kingdom was divided into eight “Tarafs” or provinces, each with its own governor called a “Tarafdar.”
27.How did the Bahmani government ensure efficient administration within each “Taraft”?
(a) They gave complete control to the provincial governors.
(b) They appointed their own officers to oversee key areas.
(c) They created separate laws for each province.
(d) They relied solely on the “Tarafdar’s” judgment
Answer: (b) They appointed their own officers to oversee key areas.
Explanation: To prevent overpowerful governors and maintain central authority, the Bahmani government appointed their own officers to monitor specific areas within each “Taraft” and report back to the Sultan.
28.Which minister led the judiciary system and oversaw matters related to religion and dharma in the Bahmani Empire?
a) Wakil-Us-Saldana
b) Peshwa
c) Waziri-Kul
d) Sadar-e-Jagan
Answer: d) Sadar-e-Jagan
Explanation: The Sadar-e-Jagan held the prestigious position of Chief Justice and also managed religious affairs and issues of dharma within the Bahmani Empire.
29.What system did the Bahmanis adopt from the Mughals to organize their army?
a) Caste System
b) Janissary System
c) Mansabdari System
d) Feudal System
Answer: c) Mansabdari System
Explanation: The Mansabdari system assigned land grants (jagirs) to military and civil officials based on their rank and performance, ensuring loyalty and efficiency.
30.What was the role of Qas-e-Khal?
a) Elite cavalry unit
b) Royal bodyguards
c) Religious scholars
d) Bureaucratic officials
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Answer: b) Royal bodyguards
Explanation: Qas-e-Khal were the Sultan’s elite guard, responsible for his personal safety and protection.
31.What is the greatest architectural achievement of the Bahmanis?
a) Golconda Fort
b) Charminar
c) Taj Mahal
d) Mahmud Gawan Madrasa
Answer: d) Mahmud Gawan Madrasa
Explanation: This three-storied marvel showcased their architectural skill and dedication to education and religion.
32.Who did Sultan Mahmud Gawan of the Bahmani Sultanate rely on to teach his soldiers the preparation and use of gunpowder?
(a) Indian alchemists
(b) Ottoman engineers
(c) Persian chemists
(d) Chinese artillery experts
Answer:(c) Persian chemists
Explanation:
Mahmud Gawan, a Persian statesman and military leader, recognized the value of gunpowder technology in warfare. While gunpowder was known in India, its production and use weren’t widespread. To bridge this gap, Mahmud Gawan invited skilled Persian chemists who possessed extensive knowledge of gunpowder formulas and weaponry. These chemists trained the Bahmani army in the safe and effective preparation and deployment of gunpowder weapons, significantly strengthening the Sultanate’s military capabilities.
33.Find’out the wrong pair?
(a) Silk – China
(b) Spices – Arabia
(c) Precious stone – Burma
(d) Madurai Vijayam – Gangadevi
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Answer:
(b) Spices – Arabia
Explanation: The wrong pair is (b) Spices – Arabia. Spices were historically associated with regions like India and Southeast Asia, not Arabia. Arabia is known for trade in items like incense, dates, and other goods, but spices were more prominent in the Indian and Southeast Asian trade..
34.Find the odd one out?
Harihara II, Muhammad I, Krishnadeva Raya, Devaraya I
Answer:
Muhammad I
Explanation: The odd one out is Muhammad I. Harihara II, Krishnadeva Raya, and Devaraya I were rulers of the Vijayanagara Empire, whereas Muhammad I was associated with the Bahmani Sultanate.
35.Consider the following statements and find out which is/are correct?
I. Turquoise throne is one of the bejewelled royal seats of Persian kings described in Firdausi’s Shah Nama.
II. The fertile regions between the rivers Krishna and Tungabhadra and Krishna-Godavari delta were the zones of conflict among the rulers of Vijayanagar, and Bahmani.
III. Muhammad I was educated at Multan.
IV. Mahmud Gawan served with great distinction as the Prime Minister under Muhammad III.
(a) I, II, are correct
(b) I, II, III are correct
(c) II, III, IV are correct
(d) III, IV, are correct
(e) I, II & IV are correct
Answer:
(e) I, II & IV are correct
Explanation: The correct statements are:
I. Turquoise throne is one of the bejewelled royal seats of Persian kings described in Firdausi’s Shah Nama. – This is correct.
II. The fertile regions between the rivers Krishna and Tungabhadra and Krishna-Godavari delta were the zones of conflict among the rulers of Vijayanagar, and Bahmani. – This is correct.
III. Muhammad I was educated at Multan. – This statement is not included in the correct options.
IV. Mahmud Gawan served with great distinction as the Prime Minister under Muhammad III. – This is correct.
36.Where did Alauddin Shah, the founder of the Bahmani Sultanate, receive his education?
(a) Delhi
(b) Golkonda
(c) Bukhara
(d) Multan
Answer:(c) Bukhara.
Explanation: Alauddin Bahman Shah, also known as Hasan Gangu, received his education in the city of Bukhara, which was a renowned center of learning during that time. His exposure to education in Bukhara likely played a role in shaping his intellectual and administrative abilities as he later went on to establish the Bahmani Sultanate in the Deccan region of South India.
37.Mohammad Gavan belongs to which country by birth?
a) India
b) Persia (Iran)
c) Turkey
d) Afghanistan
Answer: b) Persia (Iran)
Explanation: Muhammad Ghawan, also known as Mahmud Ghawan, was originally from Persia (present-day Iran). He played a significant role as a statesman and military commander in the Bahmani Sultanate in the Deccan region of South India in the 15th century.
38.Against which Delhi Sultan did Alauddin Bahman Shah rebel?
a) Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
b) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
c) Firuz Shah Tughlaq
d) Ibrahim Lodi
Answer: b) Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Explanation: Alauddin Bahman Shah rebelled against Muhammad bin Tughlaq, the Delhi Sultan, before declaring independence and establishing the Bahmani Sultanate in 1347. This rebellion marked the foundation of the Bahmani Kingdom in the Deccan region.
39.How many kings were there in the Bahmani Dynasty?
a) 12
b) 15
c) 18
d) 21
Answer: c) 18
Explanation: The Bahmani Dynasty, which ruled the Bahmani Sultanate, had a total of 18 kings during its existence in the Deccan region of South India.
40.When did Muhammad Shah Warangal (Kakatiyas) fight?
a) 1325
b) 1347
c) 1368
d) 1392
Answer: c) 1368
Explanation: Muhammad Shah Warangal, associated with the Kakatiya dynasty, fought in the year 1368. This event is a historical reference to a significant conflict during that period..
41.what did Muhammad Shah I get as compensation from Warangal War?
a) Gold coins to build a grand mosque
b) Silver ingots for fortifications
c) Precious gems for royal jewelry
d) Golconda Fort, throne made of greenish blue stones
Answer: d) Golconda Fort, throne made of greenish blue stones
Explanation: Muhammad Shah I received Golconda Fort and a throne made of greenish blue stones as compensation from the Warangal War. This acquisition played a significant role in the later history of the region, especially with Golconda Fort becoming a prominent fortification.
42.Which book mentions greenish blue stones?
a) Mahabharata
b) Shah Nama
c) Arabian Nights
d) The Iliad
Answer: b) Shah Nama
Explanation: The book that mentions greenish blue stones is Shah Nama. Shah Nama, also known as the “Book of Kings,” is an epic poem written by the Persian poet Ferdowsi, and it describes various aspects of Persian history, including the mention of precious stones like turquoise, which can have a greenish-blue color.
43.Who wrote the book ‘Shah Nama’?
a) Rumi
b) Firdausi
c) Ibn Battuta
d) Al-Biruni
Answer: b) Firdausi
Explanation: ‘Shah Nama’ was written by the Persian poet Firdausi. It is an epic poem that chronicles the history of Persian kings and heroes.
44.What was the title of the second-highest official in the Bahmani Empire, next to the King?
a) Wakil-Us-Saldana
b) Peshwa
c) Waziri-Kul
d) Ameer-e-Jumla
Answer: a) Wakil-Us-Saldana
Explanation: The Wakil-Us-Saldana served as the Prime Minister or Chief Minister of the Bahmani Empire, making them the second most powerful official after the King.
45.Which minister collaborated closely with the Prime Minister in governing the country?
a) Ameer-e-Jumla
b) Peshwa
c) Naseer
d) Washir e Azhar
Answer: b) Peshwa
Explanation: The Peshwa held a crucial role in assisting the Prime Minister with various governmental tasks and responsibilities.
46.Who oversaw the performance of other ministers in the Bahmani government?
a) Kottawal
b) Sadar-e-Jagan
c) Waziri-Kul
d) Washir e Azhar
Answer: c) Waziri-Kul
Explanation: The Waziri-Kul functioned as the Chief Minister’s right-hand man and supervised the work of all other ministers within the Bahmani administration.
47.Which South Indian dynasty succeeded the Hoysala Empire and ruled Vijayanagara from the 14th to the 16th centuries?
(a) Kakatiya Dynasty
(b) Vijayanagara Dynasty
(c) Wodeyar Dynasty
(d) Chalukya Dynasty
Answer: (b) Vijayanagara Dynasty
Explanation: The Vijayanagara Empire succeeded the Hoysala Empire and became a major South Indian dynasty during the 14th to the 16th centuries.
48.What were some of the significant contributions of the Bamini Dynasty to South Indian culture and architecture?
(a) Patronage of Carnatic music and development of the Dravidian temple style.
(b) Introduction of Persian and Islamic influences in art and architecture.
(c) Cultivation of Telugu literature and construction of fortified hill forts.
(d) All of the above.
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Answer: (c) Cultivation of Telugu literature and construction of fortified hill forts.
Explanation: There is no widely recognized “Bamini Dynasty” in historical records. The options provided seem speculative and might not align with any known historical dynasty or contributions.
49.How did the rivalry between the Bamini Dynasty and the Deccan Sultanates impact the political landscape of South India?
(a) It led to frequent wars and instability in the region.
(b) It fostered cultural exchange and artistic innovation.
(c) It resulted in the decline of Hindu kingdoms and the rise of Muslim power.
(d) Both (a) and (c).
Answer: (a) It led to frequent wars and instability in the region.
Explanation: Similar to the previous question, there is no historical evidence or widely acknowledged “Bamini Dynasty.” The options provided might not correspond to any actual historical events.
50.Which famous battle marked a turning point in the fortunes of the Bamini Dynasty?
(a) Battle of Talikota
(b) Battle of Rachaconda
(c) Battle of Colachel
(d) Battle of Plassey
Answer: (a) Battle of Talikota
Explanation: The Battle of Talikota, fought in 1565, was a significant conflict that resulted in the defeat of the Vijayanagara Empire, not a “Bamini Dynasty.” The battle marked a turning point in the fortunes of Vijayanagara.
51.Who was the most prominent ruler of the Bamini Dynasty, known for his administrative reforms and military prowess?
(a) Deva Raya I
(b) Krishnadevaraya
(c) Bukka Raya I
(d) Harihara Raya II
Answer: (b) Krishnadevaraya
Explanation: Again, there is no widely recognized “Bamini Dynasty.” However, Krishnadevaraya is a historical figure associated with the Vijayanagara Empire. He was a notable ruler known for his administrative reforms and military achievements.
52.How many provinces did Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah divide the kingdom into?
a) Two
b) Three
c) Four
d) Five
Answer: c) Four
Explanation: Ala-ud-din Bahman Shah divided the Bahmani kingdom into four provinces: Gulbarg, Daulatabad, Berar, and Bidar. He divided his kingdom into four states. He named them Tarafus.
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