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Medieval Indian Historiography: Chronicles and Court Histories

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of Medieval Indian Historiography, specifically focusing on Chronicles and Court Histories.
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Which of the following is considered the earliest extant chronicle in Sanskrit literature?

  1. Rajatarangini

  2. Prithviraj Raso

  3. Hammira Mahakavya

  4. Ain-i-Akbari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rajatarangini, written by Kalhana in the 12th century, is the earliest extant chronicle in Sanskrit literature.

Who is credited with writing the Prithviraj Raso, a Brajbhasha epic poem?

  1. Chand Bardai

  2. Amir Khusrau

  3. Jayasi

  4. Keshavdas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chand Bardai, a court poet of Prithviraj Chauhan, is credited with writing the Prithviraj Raso.

Which chronicle provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Sultan Alauddin Khalji?

  1. Tarikh-i-Firishta

  2. Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi

  3. Tarikh-i-Masudi

  4. Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi, written by Ziauddin Barani, provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Sultan Alauddin Khalji.

Who was the author of the Hammira Mahakavya, a Sanskrit epic poem?

  1. Nayachandra Suri

  2. Someshvara

  3. Bilhana

  4. Kalhana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nayachandra Suri wrote the Hammira Mahakavya, a Sanskrit epic poem.

Which chronicle is known for its detailed descriptions of the administrative system of the Mughal Empire?

  1. Tarikh-i-Sher Shahi

  2. Tarikh-i-Khan Jahani

  3. Tarikh-i-Daudi

  4. Ain-i-Akbari


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ain-i-Akbari, written by Abul Fazl, is known for its detailed descriptions of the administrative system of the Mughal Empire.

Who is considered the father of Indian historiography?

  1. Kalhana

  2. Amir Khusrau

  3. Ziauddin Barani

  4. Abul Fazl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kalhana, the author of Rajatarangini, is considered the father of Indian historiography.

Which court history provides insights into the life and achievements of the Mughal emperor Akbar?

  1. Akbarnama

  2. Baburnama

  3. Humayunama

  4. Jahangirnama


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Akbarnama, written by Abul Fazl, provides insights into the life and achievements of the Mughal emperor Akbar.

Who wrote the Tarikh-i-Daudi, a chronicle of the Lodi dynasty?

  1. Daudi

  2. Firishta

  3. Barani

  4. Abul Fazl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Daudi wrote the Tarikh-i-Daudi, a chronicle of the Lodi dynasty.

Which chronicle is known for its vivid descriptions of the battles fought by the Rajput kings?

  1. Prithviraj Raso

  2. Hammira Mahakavya

  3. Ain-i-Akbari

  4. Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Prithviraj Raso is known for its vivid descriptions of the battles fought by the Rajput kings.

Who was the author of the Tarikh-i-Khan Jahani, a chronicle of the reign of Khan Jahan Lodi?

  1. Firishta

  2. Barani

  3. Abul Fazl

  4. Khan Jahan Lodi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Khan Jahan Lodi wrote the Tarikh-i-Khan Jahani, a chronicle of his reign.

Which chronicle provides a detailed account of the reign of Sultan Muhammad Tughlaq?

  1. Tarikh-i-Firishta

  2. Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi

  3. Tarikh-i-Masudi

  4. Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi, written by Ziauddin Barani, provides a detailed account of the reign of Sultan Muhammad Tughlaq.

Who is credited with writing the Baburnama, a memoir of the Mughal emperor Babur?

  1. Babur

  2. Humayun

  3. Akbar

  4. Jahangir


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Babur wrote the Baburnama, a memoir of his life and reign.

Which chronicle is known for its detailed descriptions of the administrative system of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Tarikh-i-Firishta

  2. Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi

  3. Tarikh-i-Masudi

  4. Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi, written by Ziauddin Barani, provides detailed descriptions of the administrative system of the Delhi Sultanate.

Who wrote the Tarikh-i-Masudi, a chronicle of the reign of Sultan Masud Shah?

  1. Masud Shah

  2. Firishta

  3. Barani

  4. Abul Fazl


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Masud Shah wrote the Tarikh-i-Masudi, a chronicle of his reign.

Which chronicle is known for its detailed descriptions of the campaigns of Sultan Alauddin Khalji?

  1. Tarikh-i-Firishta

  2. Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi

  3. Tarikh-i-Masudi

  4. Tarikh-i-Mubarak Shahi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Tarikh-i-Firoz Shahi, written by Ziauddin Barani, provides detailed descriptions of the campaigns of Sultan Alauddin Khalji.

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