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
21
Which title did Babur assume after the Battle of Khanwa?
Answer:
Ghazi
After defeating the Rajputs at Khanwa, Babur assumed the title of 'Ghazi' (Warrior of the Faith).
22
The Battle of Khanwa (1527) was fought between Babur and whom?
Answer:
Rana Sanga
The Battle of Khanwa was fought between Babur and the Rajput confederacy led by Rana Sanga of Mewar. Babur's victory consolidated Mughal rule.
23
Who invited Babur to invade India?
Answer:
Rana Sanga and Daulat Khan Lodi
Daulat Khan Lodi (Governor of Punjab) and Rana Sanga (Ruler of Mewar) invited Babur to invade India, hoping he would defeat Ibrahim Lodi and leave.
24
Which military tactic was effectively used by Babur at Panipat?
Answer:
Tulughma
Babur used the 'Tulughma' tactic (dividing the army into center, left, and right to encircle the enemy) and the 'Araba' (carts tied together) to protect his artillery.
25
In which language did Babur write his autobiography, Tuzuk-i-Baburi?
Answer:
Chaghatai Turkish
Babur wrote his memoirs in his mother tongue, Chaghatai Turkish. It was later translated into Persian during Akbar's reign.
26
What was the name of Babur's autobiography?
Answer:
Tuzuk-i-Baburi
Babur wrote his autobiography, 'Tuzuk-i-Baburi' (also known as Baburnama), which is considered a classic of world literature.
27
Babur was a descendant of Timur on his father's side and whom on his mother's side?
Answer:
Chengiz Khan
Babur had a distinguished lineage; he was the 5th descendant of Timur (father's side) and the 14th descendant of Chengiz Khan (mother's side).
28
Who was the opponent of Babur in the First Battle of Panipat?
Answer:
Ibrahim Lodi
Babur defeated Ibrahim Lodi, the last ruler of the Lodi Dynasty, effectively ending the Delhi Sultanate.
29
The First Battle of Panipat was fought in which year?
Answer:
1526 AD
The First Battle of Panipat took place on April 21, 1526, marking the beginning of the Mughal rule in India.
30
Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire in India?
Answer:
Babur
Zahir-ud-din Muhammad Babur founded the Mughal Empire in India after defeating Ibrahim Lodi in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526 AD.