The Bijapur Sultanate

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Who founded the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Yusuf Adil Shah

  2. Ibrahim Adil Shah I

  3. Ali Adil Shah I

  4. Ibrahim Adil Shah II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Yusuf Adil Shah, also known as Yusuf Adil Khan, established the Bijapur Sultanate in 1489.

Which city served as the capital of the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Bijapur

  2. Golconda

  3. Ahmednagar

  4. Bidar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bijapur, also known as Vijayapura, was the capital city of the Bijapur Sultanate.

What was the official language of the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Persian

  2. Kannada

  3. Marathi

  4. Urdu


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Persian was the official language of the Bijapur Sultanate, reflecting the cultural influence of the Persianate world.

Which ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate is known for his patronage of literature and the arts?

  1. Ibrahim Adil Shah I

  2. Ali Adil Shah I

  3. Ibrahim Adil Shah II

  4. Muhammad Adil Shah


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ibrahim Adil Shah II, also known as Ibrahim Adil Khan II, was a renowned patron of literature and the arts, supporting poets, musicians, and artists.

Which architectural marvel of the Bijapur Sultanate is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site?

  1. Gol Gumbaz

  2. Ibrahim Rauza

  3. Malik-e-Maidan

  4. Jami Masjid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gol Gumbaz, the mausoleum of Muhammad Adil Shah, is a remarkable architectural achievement and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What was the primary economic activity of the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Mining

  4. Textile Production


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the primary economic activity of the Bijapur Sultanate, with crops such as cotton, rice, and sugarcane being cultivated.

Which dynasty ruled the Bijapur Sultanate from its foundation to its eventual decline?

  1. Adil Shahi Dynasty

  2. Nizam Shahi Dynasty

  3. Qutb Shahi Dynasty

  4. Bahmani Dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Adil Shahi Dynasty ruled the Bijapur Sultanate from its establishment in 1489 until its decline in the 17th century.

What was the title given to the ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Sultan

  2. Nawab

  3. Padshah

  4. Shah


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate held the title of Sultan, signifying their authority and sovereignty.

Which Mughal emperor defeated the Bijapur Sultanate and annexed it to the Mughal Empire?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal emperor, conquered the Bijapur Sultanate in 1686, bringing it under Mughal control.

What was the name of the last ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Sikandar Adil Shah

  2. Ali Adil Shah II

  3. Muhammad Adil Shah

  4. Ibrahim Adil Shah III


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sikandar Adil Shah was the last ruler of the Bijapur Sultanate, reigning from 1672 until the sultanate's annexation by the Mughal Empire.

Which Sufi saint is closely associated with the Bijapur Sultanate and is revered by both Muslims and Hindus?

  1. Hazrat Banda Nawaz Gesudaraz

  2. Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti

  3. Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya

  4. Hazrat Shah Jalaluddin Bukhari


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hazrat Banda Nawaz Gesudaraz was a prominent Sufi saint associated with the Bijapur Sultanate, known for his spiritual teachings and miracles.

What was the primary religion practiced by the rulers of the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Islam

  2. Hinduism

  3. Jainism

  4. Buddhism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The rulers of the Bijapur Sultanate were predominantly Muslim, following the Sunni branch of Islam.

Which architectural style was prevalent during the reign of the Adil Shahi dynasty in the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Indo-Islamic

  2. Deccani

  3. Mughal

  4. Rajput


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Adil Shahi dynasty promoted the Deccani architectural style, which blended elements of Islamic and Hindu architecture.

What was the name of the famous cannon manufactured in the Bijapur Sultanate, known for its size and destructive power?

  1. Malik-e-Maidan

  2. Zafar-ul-Mulk

  3. Fateh-e-Rai

  4. Hathiyar-e-Alam


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malik-e-Maidan, meaning 'Lord of the Plains,' was a massive cannon produced in the Bijapur Sultanate, renowned for its immense size and destructive capabilities.

What was the main source of revenue for the Bijapur Sultanate?

  1. Land Tax

  2. Trade Duties

  3. Mining Royalties

  4. Tribute from Vassal States


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Land tax, levied on agricultural produce, was the primary source of revenue for the Bijapur Sultanate.

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