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Provincial Dynasties, Sufi & Bhakti Movement — Questions with Answers
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Q1.
Who founded Jaunpur and in whose memory was it established?
Firoz Shah Tughlaq, in memory of Jauna Khan (Muhammad bin Tughlaq)
Muhammad bin Tughlaq, in memory of Firoz Shah Tughlaq
Malik Sarwar, in memory of his father
Ibrahim Shah Sharqi, in memory of his grandfather
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Answer: A. Firoz Shah Tughlaq, in memory of Jauna Khan (Muhammad bin Tughlaq)
Firoz Shah Tughlaq founded Jaunpur in memory of his cousin Jauna Khan, who was later known as Muhammad bin Tughlaq.
Q2.
Why was Jaunpur called 'Shiraz of India'?
Due to its military strength
Due to its cultural development
Due to its economic prosperity
Due to its geographical location
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Answer: B. Due to its cultural development
Jaunpur was called 'Shiraz of India' due to its cultural development and patronage of arts and literature.
Q3.
Who established the independent Sharqi dynasty in Jaunpur?
Firoz Shah Tughlaq
Malik Sarwar
Ibrahim Shah Sharqi
Hussain Shah Sharqi
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Answer: B. Malik Sarwar
Malik Sarwar established the independent Sharqi dynasty in Jaunpur after the decline of Delhi Sultanate.
Q4.
During the disintegration of Delhi Sultanate, independent provincial dynasties emerged in which regions?
Only in North India
Only in South India
In various regions of India including Jaunpur, Kashmir and Malwa
Only in Central India
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Answer: C. In various regions of India including Jaunpur, Kashmir and Malwa
During the disintegration of Delhi Sultanate, independent provincial dynasties emerged in various regions including Jaunpur, Kashmir, Malwa, Bengal, Gujarat and Deccan.
Q5.
Which dynasty ruled in Jaunpur after its foundation?
Tughlaq Dynasty
Sharqi Dynasty
Lodi Dynasty
Sayyid Dynasty
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Answer: B. Sharqi Dynasty
The Sharqi Dynasty ruled in Jaunpur after Malik Sarwar established it as an independent kingdom.
Q6.
What was the primary reason for the emergence of provincial dynasties during the decline of Delhi Sultanate?
Strong central administration
Weakening of central authority and provincial governors declaring independence
Foreign invasions
Religious conflicts
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Answer: B. Weakening of central authority and provincial governors declaring independence
The weakening of central authority led provincial governors to declare independence and establish their own dynasties.
Q7.
Which of the following regions did NOT have independent provincial dynasties during the disintegration of Delhi Sultanate?
Jaunpur
Kashmir
Malwa
Tibet
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Answer: D. Tibet
Tibet was not part of the Delhi Sultanate and therefore did not have provincial dynasties emerging from its disintegration.
Q8.
The title 'Shiraz of India' given to Jaunpur indicates its excellence in which field?
Military warfare
Trade and commerce
Arts, literature and culture
Agriculture
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Answer: C. Arts, literature and culture
Shiraz in Persia was famous for its cultural and literary achievements, so comparing Jaunpur to Shiraz indicates its excellence in arts, literature and culture.
Q9.
What was the relationship between Jauna Khan and Firoz Shah Tughlaq?
Father and son
Brothers
Cousins
Uncle and nephew
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Answer: C. Cousins
Jauna Khan (Muhammad bin Tughlaq) was the cousin of Firoz Shah Tughlaq, which is why Firoz Shah named the city Jaunpur in his memory.
Q10.
The provincial dynasties that emerged after the decline of Delhi Sultanate were characterized by:
Complete dependence on Delhi
Independence in administration and cultural patronage
Only military autonomy
Religious orthodoxy only
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Answer: B. Independence in administration and cultural patronage
Provincial dynasties were characterized by administrative independence from Delhi and often became centers of cultural patronage and artistic development.
