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
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How did Mubarak Shah meet his end?
Answer:
Assassinated by his nobles
Mubarak Shah was assassinated in 1434 AD while preparing for prayers in his newly built city, Mubarakabad, as part of a conspiracy led by his wazir, Sarwar-ul-Mulk.
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Which city was founded by Sultan Mubarak Shah?
Answer:
Mubarakabad
Sultan Mubarak Shah founded the city of 'Mubarakabad' on the banks of the river Yamuna in 1433 AD.
23
Who is the author of 'Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi'?
Answer:
Yahya bin Ahmad Sirhindi
Yahya bin Ahmad Sirhindi wrote 'Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi' during the reign of Mubarak Shah, dedicating the work to him.
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Which important historical book provides details about the Sayyid Dynasty?
Answer:
Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi
'Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi', written by Yahya bin Ahmad Sirhindi, is the only contemporary source that provides a detailed history of the Sayyid Dynasty.
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Who was the successor of Khizr Khan?
Answer:
Mubarak Shah
Khizr Khan was succeeded by his son, Mubarak Shah, in 1421 AD. Unlike his father, he assumed the title of Sultan.
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Which title did Khizr Khan take instead of 'Sultan'?
Answer:
Rayat-i-Ala
Khizr Khan did not assume the sovereign title of Sultan. Instead, he contented himself with the title 'Rayat-i-Ala' (Subject of the Exalted) and ruled as a vassal of Timur's son, Shah Rukh.
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Why is the dynasty called the 'Sayyid' Dynasty?
Answer:
They claimed descent from Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
The rulers of this dynasty claimed to be descendants of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) through his daughter Fatima and son-in-law Ali, hence the title 'Sayyid'.
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Khizr Khan was appointed as the governor of Multan by which invader?
Answer:
Timur (Tamerlane)
Before leaving India, Timur appointed Khizr Khan as the governor of Multan, Lahore, and Dipalpur. Khizr Khan ruled as Timur's deputy.
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The Sayyid Dynasty ruled the Delhi Sultanate during which period?
Answer:
1414–1451 AD
The Sayyid Dynasty ruled for approximately 37 years, from 1414 AD to 1451 AD, before being succeeded by the Lodi Dynasty.
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Who was the founder of the Sayyid Dynasty?
Answer:
Khizr Khan
Khizr Khan was the founder of the Sayyid Dynasty. He established the dynasty in 1414 AD after taking over Delhi following the chaos left by Timur's invasion.