History – MCQ – GK Questions

Answer: Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Bal Gangadhar Tilak popularized the slogan during the Home Rule Movement. He advocated for self-rule and mobilized masses through newspapers like Kesari and Maratha. [[1]]

Answer: Treaty of Seringapatam

Treaty of Seringapatam (1792) ended the Third Anglo-Mysore War. Tipu Sultan ceded half his territory to the British and their allies and paid a large indemnity. [[30]]

Answer: 1757

Battle of Plassey (June 23, 1757) was fought between Robert Clive's forces and Nawab Siraj ud-Daulah of Bengal. British victory marked the beginning of their political rule in India. [[1]]

Answer: Tulsidas

Goswami Tulsidas composed Ramcharitmanas (16th century), an Awadhi version of the Ramayana. It popularized Rama bhakti across North India and remains widely recited. [[30]]

Answer: Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded Brahmo Samaj in 1828 to reform Hinduism, oppose social evils like Sati, and promote monotheism based on Vedantic principles. [[1]]

Answer: Akbar

Akbar built the Buland Darwaza (Gate of Magnificence) in 1601 to commemorate his victory over Gujarat. It is the world's highest gateway and a masterpiece of Mughal architecture. [[30]]

Answer: Akbar

Akbar abolished Jizya in 1564 as part of his policy of Sulh-i-Kul (universal peace) to promote religious tolerance and integrate diverse communities into his administration. [[1]]

Answer: Muhammad bin Tughlaq

Muhammad bin Tughlaq shifted the capital to Daulatabad (Deogiri) in 1327 to better control the Deccan. The move failed due to logistical issues and was reversed after a few years. [[1]]

Answer: Alauddin Khilji

Alauddin Khilji implemented strict price controls, rationing, and market reforms (Diwan-i-Riyasat) to ensure affordable supplies for his army and prevent hoarding. [[30]]

Answer: Qutb ud-Din Aibak

Qutb ud-Din Aibak founded the Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty in 1206 CE after Muhammad Ghori's death. He started construction of Qutub Minar and Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque in Delhi. [[1]]

Answer: Fa-Hien

Fa-Hien (Faxian) visited India during Chandragupta II's reign (c. 399-414 CE). His travelogue 'Fo-Kuo-Chi' provides valuable insights into Gupta administration, society, and Buddhism. [[30]]

Answer: Samudragupta

Samudragupta (c. 335-380 CE) earned the title 'Napoleon of India' from historian V.A. Smith due to his extensive military conquests across the Indian subcontinent. [[1]]

Answer: Chandragupta Maurya

Chandragupta Maurya (c. 321-297 BCE), guided by Chanakya, established India's first pan-Indian empire with a sophisticated bureaucracy, espionage system, and provincial administration. [[1]]

Answer: Brahmi

Most of Ashoka's inscriptions were written in Brahmi script. Kharosthi was used in northwestern regions (modern Pakistan/Afghanistan). Brahmi is the ancestor of most Indian scripts. [[30]]

Answer: Chanakya

Chanakya (also known as Kautilya or Vishnugupta) authored Arthashastra, a comprehensive treatise on statecraft, economics, and military strategy during Chandragupta Maurya's reign. [[1]]

Answer: Vishwamitra

The Gayatri Mantra (Rigveda 3.62.10) was composed by Sage Vishwamitra. It is dedicated to Savitr (Sun God) and is one of the most revered Vedic hymns. [[30]]

Answer: Rigveda

Rigveda is the oldest Veda (c. 1500-1000 BCE), containing 1,028 hymns dedicated to various deities like Agni, Indra, and Varuna. [[1]]

Answer: Both B and C

Rakhigarhi (largest IVC site) and Banawali are both located in Haryana. Ropar is in Punjab, while Kalibangan is in Rajasthan. [[1]]

Answer: Mohenjo-Daro

The Great Bath at Mohenjo-Daro was likely used for ritual purification. It showcases advanced engineering with waterproof lining and drainage systems. [[30]]

Answer: Lothal

Lothal, located in Gujarat, had the world's earliest known dockyard, indicating advanced maritime trade and urban planning of the Indus Valley Civilization. [[1]]