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Q1

With reference to the Chola period, the term 'peruvazhis' was associated with

Q2

Due to which of the following reasons, the reign of Pulakesin II of Chalukyas was important?

1. He defeated Harshavardhana.

2. The Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang visited his kingdom.

3. The Aihole inscription issued during his tenure.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q3

Consider the following statements:

1. The Chalukya administration was highly centralized unlike that of the Pallavas and the Cholas.

2. Both the Cholas and Chalukya were great maritime powers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q4

Consider the following statements about the Rashtrakutas:

1. They were of Tamil origin.

2. Dantidurga was the founder of the Rashtrakuta dynasty.

3. Amoghavarsha I of the Rashtrakuta dynasty built the Krishneswara temple at Rameswaram.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q5

With reference to the administrative system of the Rashtrakutas, consider the following statements:

1. The Rashtrakuta Empire was divided into mandalams.

2. The districts were governed by vishayapatis.

3. Each Bhogapatis took care of the administration a group of villages and they were directly appointed by the central government.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q6

Which of the following is/are were the main reasons for the success of Muhammad in the second war of Tarain?

1. The religious zeal and greed for wealth motivated Muslim invaders.

2. The duty of fighting was confined to a particular class among the Hindus.

3. The methods of warfare used by Hindu states were inferior to those of Muslims.

4. There was no unity among Hindu states.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Q7

Consider the following pairs:

Work/Book              Author

1. Kavirajamarga:     Amogavarsha

2. Santipurana:        Pampa

3. Adipurana:           Gunabhadra

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

Q8

With reference to the revenue system of the Cholas, consider the following statements:

1. The assessment of revenue was based on surveys.

2. Residential lands were called 'ur nattam' and a residential tax was imposed on it.

3. They did not impose professional taxes.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q9

Consider the following statements:

1. The Cholas controlled both the Malabar and Coromandal coasts.

2. The Cholas extended their sway in Sri Lanka and the Malay Peninsula.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q10

The 'kudavolai system' during the Chola period was mainly associated with

Q11

With reference to the socio-economic life of people under the Cholas, consider the following statements:

1. There was no mention of the practice of 'Sati' during this period.

2. The devadasi system or dancing girls attached to temples emerged during this period.

3. Kanchi was a famous centre for the art of silk-weaving. 

4. The caste system was widely prevalent during the Chola period.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q12

Consider the following statements:

1. The vesara style in the building of structural temples reached its culmination under the Chalukyas.

2. The structural temples of the Chalukyas exist at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal.

3. The Chalukyas did not patronize Cave temple architecture.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Q13

 Consider the following pairs

  1. Diwan-i-Risalat              A. Military Department

  2. Diwan-i-Insha                 B. Department dealing on religious matters            

  3. Diwan-i-Arz                   C. Department deals with state Correspondence

Select the correct using the option given below

Q14

With reference to the Iqta System during the Sultanate Period,  Consider the following statement

  1. Under the Iqta System, the land of the empire was divided into several large and small tracts called Iqta.

  2. Iqta System of land revenue administered by the Muqtis or Walis.

  3. Muqtis also maintain law and order situation in these tracts.

Which of the given above statement is/are correct?

Q15

During the reign of Allaudin Khilji, the Branding System or the Dagh system was introduced refers to

Q16

The Iqta and Khalisa System enabled to maintain large army standing during the stint of the Turkish Empire refers to 

Q17

Identify the person from the description given below: 

  1. He destroyed the dominance of Ulemas in the State.

  2. He was a mighty warrior and a successful general.

  3. He was supposed to be the first Sultan to attack the Southern kingdoms.

  4. The famous poet Amir Khusro was in his court. 

Select the correct answer using the option given below

Q18

Consider the following pair 

  1. Fakhruddin – Qutub-ud-din Aibek

  2. Hasan-un-Nizami – Iltutmish

  3. Changez Khan- Jala-ud-din

  4. Battle of Terrain – Yalduz

Which of the following pair is not correctly matched?

Q19

Assertion (A): Iltutmish introduced reforms in civil administration and army which were now centrally paid.

Reason (R): Iltutmish was the first Sultan to recognise the economic importance of Gangetic basin

Codes:

Q20

With reference to the Battle of Tarain, consider the following statement

Assertion(A): First Battle of Tarain fought in 1191 between Mahmud of Ghazni and Prithviraj.

Reason(R): The conflict started with the rival claims for Tabarhind.

Q21

Which of the following is the feature of the Nagara Style of Architecture, 

  1. Curved spiral roof over the Garbhagriha.

  2. Temples surrounded by boundary walls.

  3. Absence of assembly halls in front of principle shrine.

  4. The main room was generally in square shape.

Select the correct code using the option given below

Q22

Who among the following Sultan of Delhi Sultanate adopted a policy of blood and iron?

Q1.

With reference to the Chola period, the term 'peruvazhis' was associated with

a) Road Transportation
b) Religious life
c) Taxation
d) Agricultural life
Solution : a)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

During the Chola period, trunk roads were called peruvazhis. They played a major role in the development of trade and commerce.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 13; Page number 149

Q2.

Due to which of the following reasons, the reign of Pulakesin II of Chalukyas was important?

1. He defeated Harshavardhana.

2. The Chinese traveler Hiuen Tsang visited his kingdom.

3. The Aihole inscription issued during his tenure.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 3 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

All the statements are correct.

Pulakesin II (608-642 A.D.) was the most important ruler of Chalukyas.

The Aihole inscription issued by him gives the details of his reign. A notable achievement of Pulakesin II was the defeat of Harshavardhana on the banks of the river Narmada. He put a check to the ambition of Harsha to conquer the south

The most important event in the reign of Pulakesin II was the visit of Hiuen Tsang to his kingdom.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 12; Page number 133

Q3.

Consider the following statements:

1. The Chalukya administration was highly centralized unlike that of the Pallavas and the Cholas.

2. Both the Cholas and Chalukya were great maritime powers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is correct. The Chalukya administration was highly centralized unlike that of the Pallavas and the Cholas. Village autonomy was absent under the Chalukyas.

Statement 2 is correct. Both the Chalukyas and Cholas had great maritime power. The last military achievement of Rajaraja of the Cholas was a naval expedition against the Maldive Islands which were conquered. Another famous venture of Rajendra was his naval expedition to Kadaram or Sri Vijaya.

Source)

TN board Textbook

Chapter 12; Page number 133

Q4.

Consider the following statements about the Rashtrakutas:

1. They were of Tamil origin.

2. Dantidurga was the founder of the Rashtrakuta dynasty.

3. Amoghavarsha I of the Rashtrakuta dynasty built the Krishneswara temple at Rameswaram.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 and 3 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Solution : b)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Rashtrakutas were of Kannada origin and the Kannada language was their mother tongue.

Statement 2 is correct. Dantidurga was the founder of the Rashtrakuta dynasty. He defeated the Gurjaras and captured Malwa from them. Then he annexed the Chalukya kingdom by defeating Kirtivarman II. Thus, the Rashtrakutas became a paramount power in the Deccan.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Krishna III (936-968 A.D.) was one of the successors of Amoghavarsha. He marched against the Cholas and defeated them at Takkolam. He marched further south and captured Tanjore. He went as far as Rameswaram and occupied it for some time. He built several temples in the conquered territories including the Krishneswara temple at Rameswaram.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

chapter 12; Page number 136

Q5.

With reference to the administrative system of the Rashtrakutas, consider the following statements:

1. The Rashtrakuta Empire was divided into mandalams.

2. The districts were governed by vishayapatis.

3. Each Bhogapatis took care of the administration a group of villages and they were directly appointed by the central government.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1, 2 and 3
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Rashtrakuta Empire was divided into several provinces called rashtras under the control of rashtrapatis.

Statement 2 and 3 are correct. The provinces of Rashtrakuta Empire divided into vishayas or districts governed by vishayapatis. The next subdivision was bhukti consisting of 50 to 70 villages under the control of bhogapatis. These officers were directly appointed by the central government. The village administration was carried on by the village headmen.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 12; Page number 136

Q6.

Which of the following is/are were the main reasons for the success of Muhammad in the second war of Tarain?

1. The religious zeal and greed for wealth motivated Muslim invaders.

2. The duty of fighting was confined to a particular class among the Hindus.

3. The methods of warfare used by Hindu states were inferior to those of Muslims.

4. There was no unity among Hindu states.

Select the correct answer using the code given below:

a) 3 and 4 only
b) 2 and 4 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is correct. The Muslims soldiers had better organization and able leaders. Their religious zeal and their greed for the greater wealth of India provided stimulus to them.

Statement 2 is correct. Among the Hindus, the duty of fighting was confined to a particular class, the Kshatriyas.

Statement 3 is correct. Their military methods were out of date and far inferior to those of Muslims. Indians continued to rely on elephants while the Muslims possessed quick-moving cavalry. Moreover, the Hindus were always on the defensive, which was always a weak position.

Statement 4 is correct. There was a lack of unity among Hindu states. They were divided by factions. The Rajput princes exhausted one another by their mutual conflicts.

Source)

TN board Textbook

Chapter 15; Page number 16

Q7.

Consider the following pairs:

Work/Book              Author

1. Kavirajamarga:     Amogavarsha

2. Santipurana:        Pampa

3. Adipurana:           Gunabhadra

Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched?

a) 2 only
b) 1 and 2 only
c) 1 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Pair 1 is correctly matched. Amogavarsha’s Kavirajamarga was the first poetic work in the Kannada language.

Pair 2 is incorrectly matched. Santipurana was written by famous Kannada poet Ponna.

Pair 3 is incorrectly matched. Gunabhadra wrote the Adipurana. The subject matter of this book is the life stories of various Jain saints.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 12; page number 133

Q8.

With reference to the revenue system of the Cholas, consider the following statements:

1. The assessment of revenue was based on surveys.

2. Residential lands were called 'ur nattam' and a residential tax was imposed on it.

3. They did not impose professional taxes.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 2 only
b) 1 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) 1 and 2 only
Solution : b)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is correct. The Cholas had an excellent system of administration. The land revenue department was well organized. It was called as puravuvarithinaikkalam. All lands were carefully surveyed and classified for assessment of revenue.

Statement 2 is incorrect. The residential portion of the village was called ur nattam. These and other lands such as the lands belonging to temples were exempted from tax.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Besides land revenue, there were tolls and customs on goods taken from one place to another, various kinds of professional taxes, dues levied on ceremonial occasions like marriages and judicial fines.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 13; Page number 147

Q9.

Consider the following statements:

1. The Cholas controlled both the Malabar and Coromandal coasts.

2. The Cholas extended their sway in Sri Lanka and the Malay Peninsula.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) Both 1 and 2
d) Neither 1 nor 2
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Both the statements are correct. The naval achievements of the Tamils reached its climax under the Cholas. They controlled the Malabar and Coromandal coasts. The Bay of Bengal became a Chola lake for some time.

The Cholas extended their sway in Sri Lanka and the Malay Peninsula. Therefore, they are called as the Imperial Cholas.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 13; Page number 141 and 147

Q10.

The 'kudavolai system' during the Chola period was mainly associated with

a) Naval expedition
b) Religious life
c) Trade and commerce
d) Village administration
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

The 'kudavolai system' was a very notable and unique feature of the village administration of the Cholas. There were 30 wards in each village. A representative for each ward was elected through Kudavolai system. Names of the contestants from whom one could be chosen were written on palm leaf tickets.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 13; Page number 14

Q11.

With reference to the socio-economic life of people under the Cholas, consider the following statements:

1. There was no mention of the practice of 'Sati' during this period.

2. The devadasi system or dancing girls attached to temples emerged during this period.

3. Kanchi was a famous centre for the art of silk-weaving. 

4. The caste system was widely prevalent during the Chola period.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 2, 3 and 4 only
b) 4 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Solution : a)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is incorrect. During the Chola period, the position of women did not improve. The

practice of ‘sati’ was prevalent among the royal families.

Statements 2, 3 and 4 are correct. The devadasi system or dancing girls attached to temples emerged during this period.

The caste system was widely prevalent during the Chola period. Brahmins and Kshatriyas enjoyed special privileges. However, there was cooperation among various castes and sub-castes in social and religious life. The inscriptions of the later period of the Chola rule mention about two major divisions among the castes – Valangai and Idangai castes.

The weaving industry, particularly the silk-weaving at Kanchi flourished.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 13; Page number 149

Q12.

Consider the following statements:

1. The vesara style in the building of structural temples reached its culmination under the Chalukyas.

2. The structural temples of the Chalukyas exist at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal.

3. The Chalukyas did not patronize Cave temple architecture.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

a) 2 only
b) 1, 2 and 3
c) 1 and 2 only
d) 2 and 3 only
Solution : a)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Statement 1 is incorrect. The Chalukyas developed the vesara style in the building of structural temples. However, the vesara style reached its culmination only under the Rashtrakutas and the Hoysalas.

Statement 2 is correct. The structural temples of the Chalukyas exist at Aihole, Badami and Pattadakal.

Statement 3 is incorrect. Cave temple architecture was also famous under the Chalukyas. Their cave temples are found in Ajanta, Ellora and Nasik. The best specimens of Chalukya paintings can be seen in the Badami cave temple and in the Ajanta caves. The reception given to a Persian embassy by Pulakesin II is depicted in a painting at Ajantha.

Source)

TN Board Textbook

Chapter 12; Page number 13

Q13.

 Consider the following pairs

  1. Diwan-i-Risalat              A. Military Department

  2. Diwan-i-Insha                 B. Department dealing on religious matters            

  3. Diwan-i-Arz                   C. Department deals with state Correspondence

Select the correct using the option given below

a) 1-B, 2-A, 3-C
b) 1-A, 2-C, 3-B
c) 1-B, 2-C, 3-A
d) 1-C, 2-A, 3-B
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

 

Explanation:

  • Diwan-i-Insha dealt with State Correspondence. All the correspondence, formal or confidential, between the ruler and the sovereigns of other states, and with his subordinate officials was dealt with by this department

  • Diwan-i-Arz or Military department was the most important department of state. The head of this department was called Arz-i-Mamalik.

  • Diwan-i-Risalat dealt with religious matters, pious foundations and stipends to deserving scholars and men of piety. It was presided over by the chief sadr.

Q14.

With reference to the Iqta System during the Sultanate Period,  Consider the following statement

  1. Under the Iqta System, the land of the empire was divided into several large and small tracts called Iqta.

  2. Iqta System of land revenue administered by the Muqtis or Walis.

  3. Muqtis also maintain law and order situation in these tracts.

Which of the given above statement is/are correct?

a) 1 only
b) 1 and 3 only
c) 2 and 3 only
d) All of the above
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • All of the statements given above are Correct: Under Iqta System, the land of the empire was divided into several large and small tracts called Iqta and assigned these Iqtas to his soldiers, officers and nobles. These Iqtas were administered by the Muqtis or Walis, holders of the land assignment. The Muqtis were almost independent; they were expected to maintain law and order in their tract s and collect the land revenue due to the government

Q15.

During the reign of Allaudin Khilji, the Branding System or the Dagh system was introduced refers to

a) To mark the divisions of land
b) To marks the swords of each soldier
c) To mark the horses of each horserider
d) To mark the territorial boundaries of the Mughal empire
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • Great care was taken to ensure that the horseriders recruited by the nobles were experienced and well-mounted. For this purpose, a descriptive roll (chehra) of the soldier was maintained, and his horse was branded with the imperial marks. This was called the Dagh system or Branding System.

Q16.

The Iqta and Khalisa System enabled to maintain large army standing during the stint of the Turkish Empire refers to 

a) Military administration system
b) Foreign diplomatic system
c) System dealt with Islamic law
d) Land Revenue System
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • Under the Iqta System, the land of the empire was divided into several large and small tracts called Iqta and assigned these Iqtas to his soldiers, office. Under The Khalisa system, the territory whose revenues accrued directly to the sultan’s own treasury.

Q17.

Identify the person from the description given below: 

  1. He destroyed the dominance of Ulemas in the State.

  2. He was a mighty warrior and a successful general.

  3. He was supposed to be the first Sultan to attack the Southern kingdoms.

  4. The famous poet Amir Khusro was in his court. 

Select the correct answer using the option given below

a) Altamash
b) Muhamad Tughlaq
c) Alauddin Khilji
d) Qutubuddin Aibak
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • Alauddin Khilji was the first Sultan who neither ruled according to Islamic Principles nor allowed the Ulemaas to interfere in the matters of state. He was the greatest ruler of the Khilji dynasty and was the first Muslim ruler to extend his empire right up to the extreme South of India. Alauddin Khilji Patronized poets like Amir Khusro & Amir Hasan.

 

Q18.

Consider the following pair 

  1. Fakhruddin – Qutub-ud-din Aibek

  2. Hasan-un-Nizami – Iltutmish

  3. Changez Khan- Jala-ud-din

  4. Battle of Terrain – Yalduz

Which of the following pair is not correctly matched?

a) 1 only
b) 2 only
c) 1 and 3 only
d) 2 and 4 only
Solution : b)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • B is the correct option. Aibak was a great patron of learning and patronised writers like Hasan Nizami and Fakhruddin. Tazul Maasir of Hasan Nizami is a work primarily dealing with Aibak. 

 

Q19.

Assertion (A): Iltutmish introduced reforms in civil administration and army which were now centrally paid.

Reason (R): Iltutmish was the first Sultan to recognise the economic importance of Gangetic basin

Codes:

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) Both A & R is true
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:  Option D is the correct answer. Iltutmish laid down the foundation of the Mamluk dynasty and the Delhi Sultanate as an independent hereditary kingdom, freeing it from a subordinate position to Ghazni.  He introduced reforms in civil administration and army which was now centrally paid and also was the first Sultan to recognise the economic importance of Gangetic basin. 

 

Q20.

With reference to the Battle of Tarain, consider the following statement

Assertion(A): First Battle of Tarain fought in 1191 between Mahmud of Ghazni and Prithviraj.

Reason(R): The conflict started with the rival claims for Tabarhind.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b) Both A and R are true but R is not a correct explanation of A
c) A is true but R is false
d) R is true but A is false
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • Assertion(A) is Incorrect: The First Battle of Tarain was fought in 1191 between the Ghurids against the Chahamanas and their allies, near Tarain (modern Taraori in Haryana, India). The king Prithviraj Chauhan defeated the Ghurid king Muizzuddin Muhammed Ghori.

  • Reason(R) is Correct: Sometime before 1191, Mu'izz ad-Din's army captured the Tabarhindah fort (probably present-day Bathinda), which was presumably under Chahamana control. With this incident, the conflict started between Prithviraj and Muizzuddin Muhammed Ghori.

 

Q21.

Which of the following is the feature of the Nagara Style of Architecture, 

  1. Curved spiral roof over the Garbhagriha.

  2. Temples surrounded by boundary walls.

  3. Absence of assembly halls in front of principle shrine.

  4. The main room was generally in square shape.

Select the correct code using the option given below

a) 1, 2 and 3
b) 2, 3 and 4
c) 1, 3 and 4
d) 1, 2 and 4
Solution : d)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation:

  • The main characteristic feature of the Nagara style of Architecture as follows

    • The tall curved spiral roof over the chief deity room called the Garbhagriha.

    • Presence of assembly halls or mandaps in front of the principal shrine. 

    • The temples were enclosed by high walls which had lofty gates.

    • The main room was generally a square, though projections could be made from each of its sides.

    • Outside the garbhagriha, images of the river goddesses, Ganga and Yamuna, were placed. 

    • There were no water tanks or reservoirs present in the temple premises. 

    • The temples were generally built on upraised platforms. 

    • The porticos had a pillared approach. 

Q22.

Who among the following Sultan of Delhi Sultanate adopted a policy of blood and iron?

a) Iltutmish
b) Nasir-ud-din Mahmud
c) Balban
d) Kaiqubad
Solution : c)
Unattempted. Explanation :-

Explanation: 

  • Option C is the Correct answer: Ghiyas ud din Balban was the ninth sultan of the Mamluk dynasty of Delhi. Ghiyas ud Din was the wazir and heir of the last Shamsi Sultan, Nasir ud-Din. The Policy of “Blood and Iron” Followed by him. This policy implied being ruthless to the enemies, use of sword, harshness and strictness and shedding blood.