UPSC Prelims PYQs – Mughal Empire (Medieval History)

1. “Yogavasistha” was translated into Persian by Nizamuddin Panipati during the reign of:

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2. With reference to medieval India, which one of the following is the correct sequence in ascending order in terms of size?

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3. Who among the following Mughal Emperors shifted emphasis from illustrated manuscripts to album and individual portrait?

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4. With reference to Mian Tansen, which one of the following statements is not correct?

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5. With reference to Mughal India, what is/are the difference/differences between Jagirdar and Zamindar?

1. Jagirdars were holders of land assignments in lieu of judicial and police duties, whereas Zamindars were holders of revenue rights without obligation to perform any duty other than revenue collection.
2. Land assignments to Jagirdars were hereditary and revenue rights of Zamindars were not hereditary.

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

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6. Consider the following:

The arrival of Babur into India led to the

1. introduction of gunpowder in the subcontinent
2. introduction of the arch and dome in the region’s architecture
3. establishment of Timurid dynasty in the region

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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7. Ibadat Khana at Fatehpur Sikri was

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