The Golconda Sultanate

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Who founded the Golconda Sultanate?

  1. Qutb Shahi

  2. Nizam Shahi

  3. Adil Shahi

  4. Barid Shahi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Golconda Sultanate was founded by Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk, also known as Sultan Quli Qutb Shah, in 1518.

Which city served as the capital of the Golconda Sultanate?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Golconda

  3. Warangal

  4. Bidar


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Golconda, located near present-day Hyderabad, was the capital of the Golconda Sultanate.

What was the primary religion practiced in the Golconda Sultanate?

  1. Hinduism

  2. Islam

  3. Buddhism

  4. Jainism


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Islam was the primary religion practiced in the Golconda Sultanate, as the rulers were Muslims.

Which Golconda Sultan is known for his architectural contributions, including the construction of the Charminar?

  1. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  2. Ibrahim Qutb Shah

  3. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  4. Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth ruler of the Golconda Sultanate, is renowned for his architectural contributions, including the construction of the Charminar in Hyderabad.

The Golconda Sultanate was known for its flourishing trade in which commodity?

  1. Diamonds

  2. Textiles

  3. Spices

  4. Ivory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Golconda Sultanate was renowned for its diamond trade, as it possessed rich diamond mines in the region.

Which Mughal emperor conquered the Golconda Sultanate in the 17th century?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal emperor, conquered the Golconda Sultanate in 1687, bringing an end to its rule.

What was the name of the famous fortress built by the Golconda Sultans?

  1. Golconda Fort

  2. Charminar

  3. Qutb Shahi Tombs

  4. Makkah Masjid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Golconda Fort, located near Hyderabad, was a prominent fortress built by the Golconda Sultans.

Which Golconda Sultan is known for his patronage of literature and art?

  1. Ibrahim Qutb Shah

  2. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  3. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  4. Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abul Hasan Qutb Shah, the sixth ruler of the Golconda Sultanate, was known for his patronage of literature and art.

What was the name of the Golconda Sultanate's official language?

  1. Persian

  2. Urdu

  3. Telugu

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Persian was the official language of the Golconda Sultanate, as it was the language of the ruling class.

Which Golconda Sultan is known for his military conquests and expansion of the sultanate's territory?

  1. Ibrahim Qutb Shah

  2. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  3. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  4. Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ibrahim Qutb Shah, the fourth ruler of the Golconda Sultanate, is known for his military conquests and expansion of the sultanate's territory.

What was the name of the Golconda Sultanate's ruling dynasty?

  1. Qutb Shahi

  2. Nizam Shahi

  3. Adil Shahi

  4. Barid Shahi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Qutb Shahi dynasty ruled the Golconda Sultanate from its foundation in 1518 until its conquest by the Mughals in 1687.

Which Golconda Sultan is known for his construction of the Makkah Masjid, one of the largest mosques in India?

  1. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  2. Ibrahim Qutb Shah

  3. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  4. Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the fifth ruler of the Golconda Sultanate, is known for his construction of the Makkah Masjid in Hyderabad.

What was the name of the Golconda Sultanate's main port city?

  1. Masulipatam

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Golconda

  4. Warangal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Masulipatam was the main port city of the Golconda Sultanate, serving as a hub for trade and commerce.

Which Golconda Sultan is known for his diplomatic skills and alliances with neighboring kingdoms?

  1. Ibrahim Qutb Shah

  2. Abul Hasan Qutb Shah

  3. Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah

  4. Sultan Quli Qutb-ul-Mulk


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Abul Hasan Qutb Shah, the sixth ruler of the Golconda Sultanate, is known for his diplomatic skills and alliances with neighboring kingdoms.

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