Question 1

Which is the world's oldest collection of hymns?

Accepted Answer

Rigveda

Question 2

The Battle of Diu (1509) between the Portuguese and a Muslim coalition - who organized the coalition against Portugal?

Accepted Answer

Mamluk Sultan of Egypt allied with Gujarat Sultanate

Question 3

What was the famous Mughal period concept of Chahar Ataish (Four Fires)?

Accepted Answer

A Zoroastrian concept of four sacred fires adapted to Mughal context

Question 4

The Permanent Settlement of Bengal was introduced by?

Accepted Answer

Lord Cornwallis

Question 5

In which modern state or province is Manda located?

Accepted Answer

Jammu and Kashmir

Question 6

Who is considered the father of Western philosophy?

Accepted Answer

Socrates

Question 7

The Battle of Gagron (1519) resulted in which conquest by Rana Sanga?

Accepted Answer

Defeat of Mahmud Khilji II and capture of Malwa territories

Question 8

What was the famous Mughal system of news reporters who sent information to the emperor?

Accepted Answer

Waqia Navis (news reporters)

Question 9

The Treaty of Allahabad (1765) granted the Diwani rights of Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa to?

Accepted Answer

East India Company

Question 10

Which animal is generally absent or very rare in Harappan remains?

Accepted Answer

Horse

Indian History One Liner Questions with Answers

The Battle of Gagron (1519) resulted in which conquest by Rana Sanga?