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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Who was the ruler of Kannauj (Gurjara-Pratihara) when Mahmud invaded in 1018?
Answer:
Rajyapala
Rajyapala was the Pratihara ruler who fled Kannauj when Mahmud approached. He was later killed by the Chandela king Vidyadhara for his cowardice.
32
Which city did Mahmud plunder in 1018 AD, describing it as a city of marble palaces?
Answer:
Mathura
In 1018, Mahmud sacked Mathura. He was awestruck by its architectural beauty, stating it would take 200 years and millions of dinars to build such a city.
33
In which year did Mahmud of Ghazni die?
Answer:
1030 AD
Mahmud died in Ghazni in 1030 AD.
34
What was the primary motive behind Mahmud's invasions of India according to most modern historians?
Answer:
To acquire wealth and plunder
While there was a religious dimension, the primary objective was to plunder India's vast wealth to finance his Central Asian campaigns and beautify his capital, Ghazni.
35
Which Chandela king is known for successfully resisting Mahmud of Ghazni?
Answer:
Vidyadhara
Vidyadhara, the Chandela king of Khajuraho, is one of the few rulers who offered strong resistance to Mahmud and was not decisively defeated.
36
Mahmud of Ghazni belonged to which Turkic tribe?
Answer:
Yamini
The dynasty is often referred to as the Yamini dynasty.
37
Which battle was fought in 1008 AD between Mahmud and a confederacy of Hindu princes led by Anandapala?
Answer:
Second Battle of Waihind
The Second Battle of Waihind (1008 AD) was a decisive victory for Mahmud against Anandapala and a confederacy of rulers from Ujjain, Gwalior, Kalinjar, etc.
38
Mahmud's last expedition (17th) in 1027 AD was against whom?
Answer:
Jats of Sindh/Multan
His final expedition was a punitive campaign against the Jats who had harassed his army during the return journey from Somnath.
39
The title 'Yamin-ud-Daula' (Right Hand of the State) was conferred upon Mahmud by:
Answer:
The Abbasid Caliph Al-Qadir
The Abbasid Caliph Al-Qadir Billah recognized Mahmud's authority and conferred upon him the titles Yamin-ud-Daula and Amin-ul-Millat.
40
Mahmud's court historian Utbi wrote which book?
Answer:
Kitab-ul-Yamini
Al-Utbi was the court historian of Mahmud and wrote 'Kitab-ul-Yamini' (or Tarikh-i-Yamini), recounting the history of Sabuktigin and Mahmud.