Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
11
Which Jain scholar was honored by Alauddin Khilji?
Answer:
Muni Jinavijaya
Although Alauddin was a strict Muslim, he showed respect to the Jain scholar Muni Jinavijaya Suri.
12
What was 'Biswa' in Alauddin's administration?
Answer:
Standard unit of land measurement
Alauddin ordered the measurement of land (Masahat) and 'Biswa' was the standard unit used for this purpose.
13
Who was known as 'Ghazi Malik' before becoming Sultan?
Answer:
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
Ghazi Malik was the governor of Dipalpur under the Khiljis who later founded the Tughlaq dynasty.
14
The 'Khilji Revolution' marks the end of the monopoly of which group?
Answer:
Ilbari Turks
The rise of the Khiljis ended the monopoly of the racial Turkish nobility (Ilbari Turks) and brought a more diverse ruling class.
15
Which instrument is Amir Khusrau credited with inventing?
Answer:
Sitar
Amir Khusrau is traditionally credited with inventing the Sitar (by modifying the Veena) and the Tabla.
16
Who was the ruler of Devagiri (Yadava dynasty) defeated by Alauddin?
Answer:
Ramachandra Deva
Ramachandra Deva was the Yadava ruler who was defeated and later became an ally of Alauddin.
17
Alauddin Khilji prohibited which of the following to control nobles?
Answer:
All of the above
To prevent conspiracies, Alauddin banned wine, social gatherings, and intermarriages among nobles without his permission.
18
The term 'New Musalmans' referred to:
Answer:
Mongols who settled in Delhi
Mongols who converted to Islam and settled near Delhi during Jalaluddin's reign were called 'New Musalmans'. Alauddin later massacred many of them.
19
Who led the Khilji army during the conquest of Ranthambore?
Answer:
Nusrat Khan and Ulugh Khan
Nusrat Khan was killed during the siege, and Alauddin eventually had to take command personally to capture Ranthambore.
20
Jalal-ud-din Khilji's policy towards the Mongols and internal enemies is often described as:
Answer:
Policy of Clemency/Tolerance
Jalal-ud-din was an old and mild ruler who adopted a policy of tolerance and avoided harsh punishments, known as the policy of clemency.