The Ahmednagar Sultanate

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge about the Ahmednagar Sultanate, a prominent sultanate in the Deccan region of India during the medieval period.
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Who founded the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Malik Ahmad

  2. Malik Ambar

  3. Murtaza Nizam Shah I

  4. Burhan Nizam Shah I


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Malik Ahmad, a former officer in the Bahmani Sultanate, established the Ahmednagar Sultanate in 1490.

Which dynasty ruled the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Nizam Shahi dynasty

  2. Adil Shahi dynasty

  3. Qutb Shahi dynasty

  4. Barid Shahi dynasty


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Nizam Shahi dynasty, founded by Malik Ahmad, ruled the Ahmednagar Sultanate from 1490 to 1636.

What was the capital of the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Ahmednagar

  2. Bijapur

  3. Golconda

  4. Bidar


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ahmednagar city served as the capital of the Ahmednagar Sultanate.

Which sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate is known for his patronage of literature and architecture?

  1. Burhan Nizam Shah I

  2. Murtaza Nizam Shah I

  3. Husain Nizam Shah I

  4. Chand Bibi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Burhan Nizam Shah I, who ruled from 1509 to 1553, was a patron of literature and architecture, and during his reign, the sultanate witnessed significant cultural and artistic development.

Who was the last sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Murtaza Nizam Shah III

  2. Husain Nizam Shah III

  3. Ahmad Nizam Shah II

  4. Burhan Nizam Shah II


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Murtaza Nizam Shah III, who ruled from 1633 to 1636, was the last sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate before it was conquered by the Mughal Empire.

What was the primary language used in the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Marathi

  2. Persian

  3. Urdu

  4. Kannada


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Marathi was the primary language used in the Ahmednagar Sultanate, reflecting the region's cultural and linguistic heritage.

Which Mughal emperor conquered the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Akbar

  2. Jahangir

  3. Shah Jahan

  4. Aurangzeb


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Shah Jahan, the Mughal emperor, conquered the Ahmednagar Sultanate in 1636, bringing an end to its independent rule.

What was the main source of income for the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Trade

  3. Mining

  4. Textiles


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture was the primary source of income for the Ahmednagar Sultanate, with crops such as cotton, rice, and wheat being cultivated.

Which sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate is known for his military prowess and conquests?

  1. Burhan Nizam Shah I

  2. Murtaza Nizam Shah I

  3. Husain Nizam Shah I

  4. Chand Bibi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Murtaza Nizam Shah I, who ruled from 1565 to 1588, was a skilled military leader who expanded the territory of the Ahmednagar Sultanate through conquests.

What was the administrative structure of the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Centralized

  2. Decentralized

  3. Feudal

  4. Tribal


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ahmednagar Sultanate had a centralized administrative structure, with the sultan holding absolute power and appointing governors to oversee different regions.

Which sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate is known for her bravery and leadership during the siege of Ahmednagar?

  1. Burhan Nizam Shah I

  2. Murtaza Nizam Shah I

  3. Husain Nizam Shah I

  4. Chand Bibi


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Chand Bibi, the regent of the Ahmednagar Sultanate, displayed exceptional bravery and leadership during the siege of Ahmednagar by the Mughal forces in 1595.

What was the religious policy of the Ahmednagar Sultanate?

  1. Tolerant

  2. Intolerant

  3. Persecution

  4. Conversion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Ahmednagar Sultanate generally followed a tolerant religious policy, allowing different religious communities to practice their beliefs freely.

Which sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate is known for his interest in astronomy and science?

  1. Burhan Nizam Shah I

  2. Murtaza Nizam Shah I

  3. Husain Nizam Shah I

  4. Chand Bibi


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Husain Nizam Shah I, who ruled from 1553 to 1565, was a patron of astronomy and science, and during his reign, the sultanate witnessed significant advancements in these fields.

What was the fate of the Ahmednagar Sultanate after its conquest by the Mughal Empire?

  1. It became a Mughal province.

  2. It regained independence.

  3. It was divided among other sultanates.

  4. It was annexed by the Maratha Empire.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

After its conquest by the Mughal Empire in 1636, the Ahmednagar Sultanate became a Mughal province, losing its political independence.

Which sultan of the Ahmednagar Sultanate is known for his administrative reforms and efficient governance?

  1. Burhan Nizam Shah I

  2. Murtaza Nizam Shah I

  3. Husain Nizam Shah I

  4. Chand Bibi


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Murtaza Nizam Shah I implemented several administrative reforms and established an efficient system of governance during his reign, contributing to the stability and prosperity of the Ahmednagar Sultanate.

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