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
What was the estimated value of the loot taken by Nadir Shah?
Answer:
70 Crores
Historical estimates suggest the loot was worth approximately 70 crore rupees at the time, including cash, jewels, and the Peacock Throne.
22
Which Sikh leader rose to prominence in the power vacuum left by Abdali's invasions?
Answer:
Jassa Singh Ahluwalia
Jassa Singh Ahluwalia and other Misls consolidated power in Punjab as Abdali's control waned.
23
Who was the 'Vakil-i-Mutlaq' (Regent) of Delhi appointed by Abdali after Panipat?
Answer:
Najib-ud-Daula
Abdali appointed his Rohilla ally, Najib-ud-Daula, as the supreme regent at Delhi to protect the Mughal throne in his absence.
24
What was the approximate duration of Nadir Shah's stay in Delhi?
Answer:
2 months
Nadir Shah stayed in Delhi for nearly two months, looting the city and dictating terms before returning to Persia.
25
Which holy city did Ahmad Shah Abdali desecrate in 1757?
Answer:
Mathura
During his fourth invasion in 1757, Abdali's forces sacked Mathura and Vrindavan.
26
Nadir Shah's invasion exposed the weakness of which empire?
Answer:
Mughal Empire
The ease with which Nadir Shah defeated the Mughals exposed the empire's military and political decay to the world.
27
Who was the Mughal Wazir who defeated Ahmad Shah Abdali in his first invasion (Battle of Manupur)?
Answer:
Muin-ul-Mulk
While Wazir Qamar-ud-din was killed, his son Muin-ul-Mulk (Mir Mannu) successfully repelled Abdali's first invasion at Manupur.
28
Which year marked the first invasion of Ahmad Shah Abdali?
Answer:
1748
Ahmad Shah Abdali's first invasion of India occurred in 1748, shortly after he came to power.
29
What happened to the Peacock Throne after Nadir Shah took it?
Answer:
It was destroyed after his death
After Nadir Shah's assassination in 1747, the original Peacock Throne was dismantled and destroyed for its gold and jewels.
30
Which famous Mughal general died fighting in the Battle of Karnal?
Answer:
Khan Dauran
Khan Dauran, the Mir Bakshi (Commander-in-Chief), died from wounds sustained during the Battle of Karnal.