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The Tughlaq Dynasty: Muhammad Tughlaq's Reforms

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge on the reforms introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq during his reign in the Delhi Sultanate.
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What was the name of the tax levied by Muhammad Tughlaq on every Hindu pilgrim visiting the sacred city of Rameshwaram?

  1. Jizya

  2. Zakat

  3. Khuraj

  4. Pilgrimage Tax


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq imposed a tax on every Hindu pilgrim visiting the sacred city of Rameshwaram, known as the Pilgrimage Tax.

Which of the following was NOT a reform introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq?

  1. Introduction of copper coins

  2. Shifting of the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad

  3. Establishment of the Diwan-i-Khairat

  4. Construction of the Hauz Khas Complex


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The construction of the Hauz Khas Complex was not a reform introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq.

What was the purpose of the Diwan-i-Khairat established by Muhammad Tughlaq?

  1. To provide relief to the poor and needy

  2. To collect taxes from the wealthy

  3. To promote trade and commerce

  4. To maintain law and order


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Diwan-i-Khairat was established by Muhammad Tughlaq to provide relief to the poor and needy.

Which of the following was NOT a reason for the failure of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms?

  1. Lack of proper planning and implementation

  2. Opposition from the nobles and religious leaders

  3. Natural calamities and famines

  4. Muhammad Tughlaq's personal extravagance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq's personal extravagance was not a reason for the failure of his reforms.

What was the name of the new currency introduced by Muhammad Tughlaq?

  1. Tanka

  2. Dinar

  3. Dirham

  4. Jital


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq introduced a new currency called the Tanka.

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms?

  1. Economic instability

  2. Political unrest

  3. Social upheaval

  4. Strengthening of the Delhi Sultanate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Strengthening of the Delhi Sultanate was not a consequence of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms.

What was the name of the city to which Muhammad Tughlaq shifted the capital of the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Daulatabad

  2. Agra

  3. Lahore

  4. Kanauj


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq shifted the capital of the Delhi Sultanate from Delhi to Daulatabad.

Which of the following was NOT a measure taken by Muhammad Tughlaq to address the economic crisis caused by his reforms?

  1. Reduction of taxes

  2. Issuance of new currency

  3. Construction of public works

  4. Expansion of the military


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Expansion of the military was not a measure taken by Muhammad Tughlaq to address the economic crisis caused by his reforms.

What was the name of the rebellion led by Taghi against Muhammad Tughlaq?

  1. The Taghi Rebellion

  2. The Peasant Rebellion

  3. The Noble Rebellion

  4. The Religious Rebellion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Taghi Rebellion was led by Taghi against Muhammad Tughlaq.

Which of the following was NOT a factor that contributed to the failure of Muhammad Tughlaq's reforms?

  1. Lack of administrative experience

  2. Opposition from the nobles and religious leaders

  3. Natural calamities and famines

  4. Muhammad Tughlaq's mental instability


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq's mental instability was not a factor that contributed to the failure of his reforms.

What was the name of the new tax levied by Muhammad Tughlaq on agricultural produce?

  1. Khuraj

  2. Zakat

  3. Jizya

  4. Iqta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq levied a new tax on agricultural produce called the Khuraj.

Which of the following was NOT a reason for Muhammad Tughlaq's decision to shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?

  1. To escape the heat and dust of Delhi

  2. To be closer to the Deccan region

  3. To strengthen the defenses of the Delhi Sultanate

  4. To punish the people of Delhi for their rebellious behavior


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq did not shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad to punish the people of Delhi for their rebellious behavior.

What was the name of the new department established by Muhammad Tughlaq to oversee the construction and maintenance of public works?

  1. Diwan-i-Ashraf

  2. Diwan-i-Khairat

  3. Diwan-i-Riyasat

  4. Diwan-i-Insha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq established a new department called the Diwan-i-Ashraf to oversee the construction and maintenance of public works.

Which of the following was NOT a consequence of Muhammad Tughlaq's decision to shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?

  1. Economic disruption

  2. Political instability

  3. Social unrest

  4. Strengthening of the Delhi Sultanate


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Strengthening of the Delhi Sultanate was not a consequence of Muhammad Tughlaq's decision to shift the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad.

What was the name of the new tax levied by Muhammad Tughlaq on every house in the Delhi Sultanate?

  1. Ghari

  2. Jizya

  3. Khuraj

  4. Iqta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Tughlaq levied a new tax on every house in the Delhi Sultanate called the Ghari.

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