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The Khalji Dynasty: Alauddin Khalji's Conquests

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Which ruler of the Khalji Dynasty is known for his extensive conquests and administrative reforms?

  1. Jalaluddin Khalji

  2. Alauddin Khalji

  3. Qutbuddin Khalji

  4. Ghiyasuddin Khalji


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji, the nephew of Jalaluddin Khalji, ascended to the throne in 1296 and is renowned for his military conquests and administrative reforms.

What was the primary objective of Alauddin Khalji's conquests?

  1. Expanding the empire's territory

  2. Securing trade routes

  3. Accumulating wealth and resources

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji aimed to expand the empire's territory, secure trade routes, and accumulate wealth and resources through his conquests.

Which region did Alauddin Khalji conquer first?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Malwa

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Deccan


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji's first major conquest was Gujarat, which he annexed in 1297, securing control over the lucrative trade routes of the region.

What was the outcome of Alauddin Khalji's invasion of Malwa?

  1. He established a tributary state

  2. He annexed Malwa into the Delhi Sultanate

  3. He faced stiff resistance and retreated

  4. He formed an alliance with the Malwa Sultanate


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji successfully annexed Malwa into the Delhi Sultanate in 1305, further expanding his control over central India.

Which Rajput kingdom did Alauddin Khalji conquer in 1303?

  1. Mewar

  2. Marwar

  3. Amber

  4. Jaipur


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji conquered the Rajput kingdom of Mewar in 1303, led by the legendary ruler Rana Hammir Singh.

What was the significance of Alauddin Khalji's conquest of Ranthambore?

  1. It secured control over the Rajputana region

  2. It opened up trade routes to the Deccan

  3. It weakened the power of the Mongols

  4. It established Delhi as the dominant power in North India


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The conquest of Ranthambore in 1301 was a decisive victory for Alauddin Khalji, solidifying Delhi's dominance in North India and weakening the power of the Rajput kingdoms.

Which Mongol ruler invaded India during Alauddin Khalji's reign?

  1. Genghis Khan

  2. Kublai Khan

  3. Hulagu Khan

  4. Chagatai Khan


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kublai Khan, the grandson of Genghis Khan, led a Mongol invasion into India in 1298, targeting the Delhi Sultanate.

Where did Alauddin Khalji's forces decisively defeat the Mongol army?

  1. Jalandhar

  2. Delhi

  3. Amroha

  4. Patiala


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji's forces, led by his general Zafar Khan, defeated the Mongol army decisively at the Battle of Amroha in 1298.

What was the impact of Alauddin Khalji's victory over the Mongols?

  1. It secured the Delhi Sultanate's borders

  2. It weakened the Mongol Empire

  3. It boosted Alauddin Khalji's reputation as a military leader

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji's victory over the Mongols had multiple positive outcomes: it secured the Delhi Sultanate's borders, weakened the Mongol Empire, and enhanced Alauddin Khalji's reputation as a skilled military leader.

Which South Indian kingdom did Alauddin Khalji conquer in 1311?

  1. Hoysala Empire

  2. Pandya Kingdom

  3. Kakatiya Kingdom

  4. Chola Kingdom


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji's forces, led by his general Malik Kafur, conquered the Pandya Kingdom in 1311, extending the Delhi Sultanate's influence into South India.

What was the outcome of Alauddin Khalji's invasion of the Kakatiya Kingdom?

  1. He established a tributary state

  2. He annexed the Kakatiya Kingdom into the Delhi Sultanate

  3. He faced stiff resistance and retreated

  4. He formed an alliance with the Kakatiya Kingdom


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji successfully annexed the Kakatiya Kingdom into the Delhi Sultanate in 1310, gaining control over the rich Deccan region.

Which Rajput ruler rebelled against Alauddin Khalji's rule in 1308?

  1. Rana Hammir Singh

  2. Rao Maldeo

  3. Rana Sanga

  4. Maharana Pratap


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rana Hammir Singh, the ruler of Mewar, rebelled against Alauddin Khalji's rule in 1308, leading to a prolonged conflict between the Delhi Sultanate and the Rajputs.

What was the primary reason for Alauddin Khalji's administrative reforms?

  1. To strengthen the central government

  2. To improve the efficiency of the bureaucracy

  3. To increase revenue collection

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji's administrative reforms aimed to strengthen the central government, improve the efficiency of the bureaucracy, and increase revenue collection.

Which market control policy did Alauddin Khalji implement to stabilize prices?

  1. Price fixing

  2. Market inspection

  3. Hoarding prevention

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji implemented a combination of price fixing, market inspection, and hoarding prevention to stabilize prices and ensure fair trade practices.

What was the impact of Alauddin Khalji's conquests and administrative reforms on the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. It expanded the empire's territory and wealth

  2. It strengthened the central government and bureaucracy

  3. It improved the lives of the common people

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Alauddin Khalji's conquests and administrative reforms had a profound impact on the Delhi Sultanate, expanding its territory and wealth, strengthening the central government and bureaucracy, and improving the lives of the common people.

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