Pakistan Studies/Affairs MCQs
Topic Notes: Pakistan Studies/Affairs
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
41
The Lodi Dynasty was of which origin?
Answer:
Afghan
The Lodis were Afghans (Pashtuns) by origin, specifically from the Ghilzai tribe, distinguishing them from the previous Turkish dynasties.
42
Who invited Babur to invade India against Ibrahim Lodi?
Answer:
Rana Sanga and Daulat Khan Lodi
Daulat Khan Lodi (Governor of Punjab) and Rana Sanga (Ruler of Mewar) are historically cited as inviting Babur to invade India to displace Ibrahim Lodi.
43
Under which pen name did Sikandar Lodi write Persian poetry?
Answer:
Gulrukhi
Sikandar Lodi was a poet and scholar who wrote Persian verses under the pen name 'Gulrukhi'.
44
Which measurement unit was introduced by Sikandar Lodi for measuring land?
Answer:
Gaz-i-Sikandari
Sikandar Lodi introduced the 'Gaz-i-Sikandari' (Sikandar's yard), a unit of 32 digits, for accurate land measurement.
45
What was the real name of Sikandar Lodi?
Answer:
Nizam Khan
Sikandar Lodi's original name was Nizam Khan. He assumed the title of Sikandar Shah upon ascending the throne.
46
Which city was founded by Sikandar Lodi in 1504?
Answer:
Agra
Sikandar Lodi founded the city of Agra in 1504 to control the chiefs of the Doab region and trade routes.
47
In which battle was Ibrahim Lodi defeated and killed?
Answer:
First Battle of Panipat
Ibrahim Lodi was defeated and killed by Babur in the First Battle of Panipat in 1526.
48
Who was the last ruler of the Lodi Dynasty?
Answer:
Ibrahim Lodi
Ibrahim Lodi was the last ruler of the Lodi Dynasty, ruling from 1517 until his defeat in 1526.
49
Which dynasty did the Lodi Dynasty succeed?
Answer:
Sayyid Dynasty
The Lodi Dynasty succeeded the Sayyid Dynasty after the last Sayyid ruler, Ala-ud-din Alam Shah, abdicated the throne in favor of Bahlul Lodi.