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
Babur assumed the title of 'Padshah' (Emperor) in which year?
Answer:
1507 AD
Babur assumed the title of Padshah in 1507 AD in Kabul, asserting his supremacy over other Timurid princes.
12
Who translated 'Tuzuk-i-Baburi' into Persian during Akbar's reign?
Answer:
Abdur Rahim Khan-i-Khanan
Abdur Rahim Khan-i-Khanan, a noble in Akbar's court and son of Bairam Khan, translated Babur's memoirs from Chaghatai Turkish to Persian.
13
Which new style of poetry did Babur invent?
Answer:
Mubaiyan
Babur invented a new style of verse in Persian called 'Mubaiyan'. He was also a noted poet and writer.
14
Babur captured Kabul in which year?
Answer:
1504 AD
After losing his ancestral lands in Central Asia, Babur captured Kabul in 1504 AD, establishing a base for his future campaigns into India.
15
What is the meaning of the name 'Babur'?
Answer:
Tiger
The name 'Babur' is derived from the Persian word 'Babr', which means Tiger.
16
Where was Babur buried?
Answer:
Kabul
Babur was initially buried in Agra, but as per his wishes, his remains were later moved to Kabul and interred in the Bagh-e-Babur.
17
Who were the two famous master gunners in Babur's army?
Answer:
Ustad Ali and Mustafa
Ustad Ali and Mustafa were the Ottoman master gunners who effectively managed Babur's artillery, playing a crucial role in his victories.
18
Which battle marked Babur's final major victory in India?
Answer:
Battle of Ghaghra
The Battle of Ghaghra (1529) was Babur's last major battle, where he defeated the combined Afghan forces of Bihar and Bengal led by Mahmud Lodi.
19
Babur defeated Medini Rai in which battle?
Answer:
Battle of Chanderi
Babur defeated Medini Rai, a Rajput chief, in the Battle of Chanderi in 1528 AD, capturing the strategic fort of Chanderi.
20
Where was Babur originally from?
Answer:
Ferghana (Uzbekistan)
Babur was born in Andijan in the Ferghana Valley (modern-day Uzbekistan) and succeeded his father as the ruler of Ferghana at age 12.