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
What was the immediate cause of Humayun's fall in the library?
Answer:
He heard the call for prayer (Azaan) and tripped
As Humayun was descending the stairs, he heard the muezzin's call to prayer (Azaan), tried to kneel in reverence, tripped on his robe, and fell.
12
Which relative of Humayun rebelled and declared himself Emperor at Kannauj during the early troubles?
Answer:
Hindal Mirza
While Humayun was in Bengal, his brother Hindal Mirza rebelled at Agra and declared himself Emperor, further weakening the Mughal position.
13
What year did Humayun die?
Answer:
1556
Humayun died in January 1556, just months after regaining his throne.
14
Who was the architect of Humayun's Tomb?
Answer:
Mirak Mirza Ghiyas
Mirak Mirza Ghiyas, a Persian architect, was chosen by Haji Begum to design Humayun's Tomb.
15
What happened to the Mughal territories in India after the Battle of Kannauj?
Answer:
They were annexed by the Sur Empire
After the Battle of Kannauj (1540), Sher Shah Suri annexed the Mughal territories, establishing the Sur Empire in North India.
16
Which fortress in Rajasthan did Humayun fail to help in time against Bahadur Shah?
Answer:
Chittor
Rani Karnavati of Chittor sent a Rakhi to Humayun seeking help against Bahadur Shah, but Humayun arrived too late to prevent the fall of Chittor.
17
What was Humayun's main personal weakness according to historians?
Answer:
Leniency and lack of prompt action
Historians often cite Humayun's excessive leniency towards his rebellious brothers and his tendency to delay action as his major political weaknesses.
18
Which architectural style is Humayun's Tomb famous for introducing to India?
Answer:
Double Dome and Charbagh
Humayun's Tomb is the first garden-tomb in India and introduced the Persian 'Charbagh' garden layout and the double dome structure.
19
Who commissioned the construction of Humayun's Tomb?
Answer:
Hamida Banu Begum (Haji Begum)
The tomb was commissioned by Humayun's first wife and chief consort, Empress Bega Begum (also known as Haji Begum), in his memory.
20
Humayun's Tomb is located in which city?
Answer:
Delhi
Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located in Nizamuddin East, Delhi.