The new addition in the temple architecture introduced by the Vijaynagar rulers was Kalyana Mandapa.

Moti Masjid in Red Fort was built by the Mughal emperor Aurangzeb from 1659-1660.The Moti Masjid in Agra was built by Shah Jahan. During the rule of Shah Jahan the Mughal emperor, numerous architectural wonders were built. Most famous of them being the Taj Mahal.

Correct answer is (2). 

Ala-ud-din Khilji's military ambitions required a standing and strong army, especially after the Mongol siege of Delhi. Maintaining a large army at regular salaries, however, would be severe drain on the treasury. A system of price controls reduced the salary amount that needed to be paid. Three separate markets were set up in Delhi. The first one for food grains, the second for cloth and items such as ghee, oil and sugar and the third market was for horses, cattle and slaves. Regulations were laid out for the operations of these markets. He took various steps to control the prices. He exercised supervision over the markets. He fixed the prices of all the commodities from top to bottom. Market officers, called Shahna, were appointed to keep a check on the prices. 

According to Buddhist scriptures, King Bimbisara met Buddha for the first time prior to Buddha's enlightenment and later became an important disciple that featured prominently in certain Buddhist suttas. King Bimbisara is referred to as King Shrenika of Rajgir in Jain literature, who became a devotee of Jainism impressed by the calmness of Yamadhar (a Jain Muni). He frequently visited Samavasarana of Lord Mahavira seeking answers to his queries.

Mahavira 599 – 527 BC Buddha 563 - 483 BC  Kautilya (Chanakya) 340 - 293 BC Kanishka   127 – 163 AD Nagarjuna 150 - 250  BC 

Brick platforms used for granaries are seen in the excavation at Lothal.

An important characteristic of Vedic mythology is the pre-dominance of the male element. Thus, Vedic civilisation presents a contrast to the prehistoric culture of Indus Valley, where the mother goddess is coequal with her male partner. Sacrifices occupied a prominent place in Vedic rituals. These included offerings of milk, grain, ghee and juice of the Soma plant.

Lord Hastings was determined to proclaim British paramountary in India. His moves against the Pindaris transgressed the sovereignty of the Maratha chief and the third Anglo-Maratha war began in 1817.

Correct Answer: Mesopotamians

Correct answer is (4).