Question 1

The Battle of Pollilur (1780) was a major British defeat at the hands of which ruler?

Accepted Answer

Hyder Ali

Question 2

The famous Mughal Emperor who is known for his great buildings in Delhi is?

Accepted Answer

Shah Jahan

Question 3

Lord Dalhousie's 'Doctrine of Lapse' was different from subsidiary alliance in what way?

Accepted Answer

Doctrine of Lapse focused on succession (annexing states without natural heirs) while subsidiary alliance focused on control over defense and foreign policy

Question 4

In which modern state or province is Harappa located?

Accepted Answer

Punjab (Pakistan)

Question 5

Which battle is known as the 'Turning Point' in Sikh history where the Sikhs under Guru Gobind Singh fought the Mughals?

Accepted Answer

Battle of Chamkaur (1704)

Question 6

The famous medieval painting of Baz Bahadur and Rupmati was associated with which kingdom?

Accepted Answer

Malwa Sultanate

Question 7

The famous Indian national movement 'Swadeshi' which began in 1905 emphasized which economic principle?

Accepted Answer

Buying and using goods made in India

Question 8

What does Harappan religion appear to include?

Accepted Answer

Mother Goddess and Pashupati-like worship

Question 9

The Battle of Ghaghra (1529) was the last major battle fought by which Mughal emperor?

Accepted Answer

Babur

Question 10

Who was the famous Sufi saint Wali Muhammad Wali?

Accepted Answer

An 18th century Urdu poet from Delhi who revolutionized Urdu poetry

Indian History One Liner Questions with Answers