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The Slave Dynasty: Qutb-ud-din Aibak and Iltutmish

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the Slave Dynasty, specifically the reigns of Qutb-ud-din Aibak and Iltutmish.
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Who was the founder of the Slave Dynasty?

  1. Qutb-ud-din Aibak

  2. Iltutmish

  3. Razia Sultan

  4. Balban


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Qutb-ud-din Aibak was a former slave of Muhammad Ghori who established the Slave Dynasty in 1206 after Ghori's death.

What was the capital of the Slave Dynasty?

  1. Delhi

  2. Lahore

  3. Multan

  4. Ajmer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Delhi was the capital of the Slave Dynasty from its foundation in 1206 until its fall in 1290.

Which of the following was not a ruler of the Slave Dynasty?

  1. Qutb-ud-din Aibak

  2. Iltutmish

  3. Razia Sultan

  4. Alauddin Khilji


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khilji was the founder of the Khilji Dynasty, which succeeded the Slave Dynasty in 1290.

Who was the first woman to rule the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Razia Sultan

  2. Jahanara Begum

  3. Nur Jahan

  4. Mumtaz Mahal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Razia Sultan was the daughter of Iltutmish and ruled the Delhi Sultanate from 1236 to 1240. She was the first and only woman to rule the Delhi Sultanate.

Which of the following was a major military achievement of Iltutmish?

  1. Conquest of Bengal

  2. Conquest of Multan

  3. Conquest of Sindh

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Iltutmish was a successful military leader and expanded the territory of the Slave Dynasty significantly. He conquered Bengal, Multan, and Sindh, among other territories.

What was the name of the fort built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in Delhi?

  1. Qutub Minar

  2. Red Fort

  3. Purana Qila

  4. Tughlaqabad Fort


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Qutub Minar is a minaret and victory tower located in Delhi, India. It was built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak in 1193 to commemorate his victory over the Rajput rulers of Delhi.

Which of the following was a major administrative reform introduced by Iltutmish?

  1. Iqta system

  2. Diwan-i-Arz

  3. Diwan-i-Insha

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Iltutmish introduced several major administrative reforms, including the Iqta system, Diwan-i-Arz, and Diwan-i-Insha. These reforms helped to strengthen the central government and improve the efficiency of the administration.

What was the name of the Mongol ruler who invaded India during the reign of Iltutmish?

  1. Genghis Khan

  2. Kublai Khan

  3. Hulagu Khan

  4. Chagatai Khan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire, invaded India in 1221 during the reign of Iltutmish. The Mongols were defeated by Iltutmish's forces at the Battle of Tarain.

Which of the following was a major cultural achievement of the Slave Dynasty?

  1. Construction of Qutub Minar

  2. Development of Persian literature

  3. Introduction of new agricultural techniques

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Slave Dynasty was a period of significant cultural achievement. The construction of Qutub Minar, the development of Persian literature, and the introduction of new agricultural techniques were all major achievements of this period.

What was the name of the last ruler of the Slave Dynasty?

  1. Nasiruddin Mahmud

  2. Balban

  3. Razia Sultan

  4. Iltutmish


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nasiruddin Mahmud was the last ruler of the Slave Dynasty. He ruled from 1246 to 1266.

Which of the following was a major factor that contributed to the decline of the Slave Dynasty?

  1. Mongol invasions

  2. Internal conflicts

  3. Economic problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Slave Dynasty declined due to a combination of factors, including Mongol invasions, internal conflicts, and economic problems.

Who was the first ruler of the Khilji Dynasty?

  1. Jalaluddin Khilji

  2. Alauddin Khilji

  3. Mubarak Khilji

  4. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jalaluddin Khilji was the first ruler of the Khilji Dynasty. He ruled from 1290 to 1296.

Which of the following was a major military achievement of Alauddin Khilji?

  1. Conquest of Gujarat

  2. Conquest of Malwa

  3. Conquest of the Deccan

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khilji was a successful military leader and expanded the territory of the Khilji Dynasty significantly. He conquered Gujarat, Malwa, and the Deccan, among other territories.

What was the name of the market regulation system introduced by Alauddin Khilji?

  1. Diwan-i-Riyasat

  2. Diwan-i-Arz

  3. Sher-o-Shayari

  4. Diwan-i-Insha


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alauddin Khilji introduced a market regulation system called Sher-o-Shayari to control prices and ensure the availability of essential commodities.

Which of the following was a major administrative reform introduced by Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq?

  1. Iqta system

  2. Diwan-i-Arz

  3. Diwan-i-Insha

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq introduced several major administrative reforms, including the Iqta system, Diwan-i-Arz, and Diwan-i-Insha. These reforms helped to strengthen the central government and improve the efficiency of the administration.

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