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
41
The 'Dagh' (branding of horses) and 'Chehra' (descriptive roll of soldiers) systems were introduced by?
Answer:
Alauddin Khilji
Alauddin Khilji introduced Dagh and Chehra to prevent corruption and ensure the quality of horses and soldiers.
42
Who was the 'Kotwal' in medieval administration?
Answer:
Chief of Police in towns
The Kotwal was the chief police officer responsible for maintaining law and order in cities and towns.
43
Which Sultan created the 'Diwan-i-Kohi' (Department of Agriculture)?
Answer:
Muhammad bin Tughlaq
Muhammad bin Tughlaq established Diwan-i-Kohi to extend cultivation and provide loans (Sondhar) to farmers.
44
What was 'Khalisa' land?
Answer:
Land directly under the control of the Emperor/State
Khalisa was Crown land; revenue collected from these lands went directly to the royal treasury.
45
Who was the Finance Minister of Akbar known for the 'Dahsala' system?
Answer:
Raja Todar Mal
Raja Todar Mal introduced the Dahsala or Bandobast system (1580), a uniform system of land measurement and revenue collection.
46
What did 'Zat' indicate in the Mansabdari system?
Answer:
Personal rank and salary
In the dual rank system, 'Zat' indicated the personal rank and salary of the Mansabdar, while 'Sawar' indicated the number of cavalrymen.
47
The 'Mansabdari System' was introduced by which Mughal Emperor?
Answer:
Akbar
Akbar introduced the Mansabdari system in 1571 to organize the civil and military services.
48
Who was the head of the military department under the Mughals?
Answer:
Mir Bakshi
The Mir Bakshi was the head of the military department and was responsible for the payment and recruitment of the army.
49
Which department was known as 'Diwan-i-Arz' during the Delhi Sultanate?
Answer:
Department of Military
Diwan-i-Arz was the Military Department, reorganized and strengthened significantly by Balban.
50
Who introduced the 'Iqtadari System' in the Delhi Sultanate?
Answer:
Iltutmish
Iltutmish introduced the Iqtadari system, where land (Iqta) was assigned to officials (Iqtadars) in lieu of salary.