Delhi Sultanate MCQs: Medieval India GK Questions with Answers

📘 MODULE 2: Medieval Indian History MCQs

Topic: Delhi Sultanate MCQs – Medieval India GK Questions with Answers

🔷 SUB-TOPIC I: Background & Foundation of the Delhi Sultanate

Q1. The Delhi Sultanate was established in which year?

A. 1192 CE
B. 1206 CE
C. 1215 CE
D. 1236 CE

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Delhi Sultanate was founded in 1206 CE when Qutbuddin Aibak declared himself Sultan after the death of Muhammad of Ghor.

Q2. Who laid the foundation of Turkish rule in India?

A. Mahmud of Ghazni
B. Muhammad bin Qasim
C. Muhammad of Ghor
D. Timur

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Muhammad of Ghor defeated Rajput rulers and paved the way for Turkish political control in India.

Q3. The immediate founder of the Delhi Sultanate was:

A. Iltutmish
B. Balban
C. Qutbuddin Aibak
D. Alauddin Khalji

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Qutbuddin Aibak, a former slave of Muhammad of Ghor, became the first Sultan of Delhi.

🔷 SUB-TOPIC II: Slave (Mamluk) Dynasty (1206–1290)

Q4. Which dynasty is also known as the Mamluk or Slave dynasty?

A. Khalji
B. Tughlaq
C. Slave dynasty
D. Lodi

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The first dynasty of the Delhi Sultanate consisted of rulers who were originally slaves (Mamluks).

Q5. Who consolidated the Delhi Sultanate and secured its sovereignty?

A. Qutbuddin Aibak
B. Iltutmish
C. Razia Sultana
D. Balban

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Iltutmish organized administration, introduced the Iqta system, and received recognition from the Abbasid Caliph.

Q6. The first and only woman ruler of the Delhi Sultanate was:

A. Nur Jahan
B. Chand Bibi
C. Razia Sultana
D. Jahanara

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Razia Sultana ruled from 1236–1240 CE and broke orthodox barriers of medieval society.

Q7. Who introduced the policy of “Blood and Iron”?

A. Iltutmish
B. Razia Sultana
C. Balban
D. Alauddin Khalji

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Balban emphasized absolute monarchy and strict discipline to strengthen royal authority.

🔷 SUB-TOPIC III: Khalji Dynasty (1290–1320)

Q8. The Khalji dynasty was founded by:

A. Alauddin Khalji
B. Jalaluddin Khalji
C. Jalaluddin Firuz Khalji
D. Balban

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Jalaluddin Khalji established the Khalji dynasty in 1290 CE.

Q9. Which Sultan introduced market control and price regulation?

A. Balban
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Alauddin Khalji controlled prices to maintain a large standing army.

Q10. Alauddin Khalji’s Deccan campaigns were led by:

A. Malik Kafur
B. Ulugh Khan
C. Zafar Khan
D. Nusrat Khan

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:
Malik Kafur conquered Devagiri, Warangal, Dwarasamudra, and Madurai.

Q11. The revenue system of Alauddin Khalji was notable for:

A. Religious tolerance
B. Heavy land revenue assessment
C. Abolition of taxes
D. Feudal decentralization

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Land revenue was fixed at about half of the produce, strengthening the state treasury.

🔷 SUB-TOPIC IV: Tughlaq Dynasty (1320–1414)

Q12. The founder of the Tughlaq dynasty was:

A. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
B. Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Alauddin Khalji

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq established the dynasty after the Khalji rule ended.

Q13. Which Sultan transferred the capital from Delhi to Daulatabad?

A. Alauddin Khalji
B. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
C. Firoz Shah Tughlaq
D. Sikandar Lodi

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The decision caused immense hardship and was later reversed.

Q14. Token currency was introduced by:

A. Balban
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Muhammad bin Tughlaq
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The experiment failed due to large-scale forgery.

Q15. Firoz Shah Tughlaq is best known for:

A. Military expansion
B. Public works and canal construction
C. Token currency
D. Market reforms

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
He built canals, hospitals, gardens, and rest houses.

🔷 SUB-TOPIC V: Sayyid & Lodi Dynasties

Q16. The Sayyid dynasty ruled Delhi after:

A. Khaljis
B. Tughlaqs
C. Lodis
D. Mughals

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Sayyids ruled from 1414–1451 CE under weak authority.

Q17. The Lodi dynasty was founded by:

A. Sikandar Lodi
B. Bahlul Lodi
C. Ibrahim Lodi
D. Alam Shah

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Bahlul Lodi established Afghan rule in Delhi.

Q18. Who was the last Sultan of Delhi Sultanate?

A. Sikandar Lodi
B. Bahlul Lodi
C. Ibrahim Lodi
D. Daulat Khan Lodi

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Ibrahim Lodi was defeated by Babur in 1526 CE.

Q19. The First Battle of Panipat (1526) resulted in the:

A. End of Tughlaq dynasty
B. End of Sayyid dynasty
C. End of Delhi Sultanate
D. Beginning of British rule

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Babur’s victory ended the Delhi Sultanate and began Mughal rule.

🔷 SUB-TOPIC VI: Administration, Economy & Culture

Q20. The Iqta system was related to:

A. Land ownership
B. Revenue assignment to nobles
C. Religious grants
D. Trade regulation

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Iqta holders collected revenue in lieu of military service.

Q21. The chief judicial authority of the Sultanate was the:

A. Wazir
B. Ariz-i-Mamalik
C. Qazi-ul-Quzat
D. Kotwal

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Qazi-ul-Quzat was the highest judicial officer.

Q22. Persian was the official language of:

A. Mauryan Empire
B. Gupta Empire
C. Delhi Sultanate
D. Vijayanagara Empire

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Persian was used in administration and court records.

Q23. The Kotwal was mainly responsible for:

A. Revenue collection
B. Military recruitment
C. Law and order in cities
D. Religious affairs

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
The Kotwal maintained peace and security in urban areas.

🔷 SUB-TOPIC VII: Society, Religion & Legacy

Q24. The Delhi Sultanate introduced which architectural feature in India?

A. Rock-cut caves
B. Stupas
C. Arches and domes
D. Wooden temples

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Turkish architecture popularized arches, domes, and minarets.

Q25. The Qutub Minar was completed by:

A. Qutbuddin Aibak
B. Iltutmish
C. Alauddin Khalji
D. Firoz Shah Tughlaq

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
Iltutmish completed the Qutub Minar started by Aibak.

Q26. Bhakti and Sufi movements promoted:

A. Caste rigidity
B. Religious harmony and devotion
C. Political authority
D. Military discipline

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
These movements emphasized spiritual equality and tolerance.

Q27. Which Sultan abolished the practice of Sijda and Paibos?

A. Balban
B. Alauddin Khalji
C. Akbar
D. Muhammad bin Tughlaq

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Akbar ended these practices to reduce court rigidity.

Q28. The economy of the Delhi Sultanate was mainly based on:

A. Trade alone
B. Industry
C. Agriculture and land revenue
D. Mining

Correct Answer: C

Explanation:
Land revenue was the chief source of state income.

Q29. The Delhi Sultanate played a key role in:

A. Decline of Indian culture
B. Cultural synthesis of Indo-Islamic traditions
C. Complete Islamization
D. Isolation from world trade

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Sultanate period saw blending of Indian and Islamic culture.

Q30. Historically, the Delhi Sultanate is significant because it:

A. Ended ancient India
B. Established long-term Muslim rule in India
C. Destroyed regional kingdoms
D. Introduced democracy

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:
The Delhi Sultanate laid the foundation for later Islamic empires in India.

✅ Exam Relevance Note

These Delhi Sultanate MCQs are strictly aligned with India-specific General Knowledge syllabi and are highly relevant for:

• UPSC & State PSC Examinations
• SSC, Banking & Railway Exams
• UG & PG Entrance Tests
• School & Board Exams (CBSE & State Boards)
• University & Competitive Examinations across India

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The Delhi Sultanate MCQs in this module provide a clear, chronological, and exam-focused understanding of Medieval India—from the foundation of the Sultanate to its administration, economy, culture, and decline. Carefully aligned with India-specific GK syllabi, these questions strengthen conceptual clarity and factual accuracy, making them ideal for school, university, and competitive examination preparation across India.

❓ FAQ Section

Q1. Why are Delhi Sultanate MCQs important for competitive exams?

The Delhi Sultanate is a high-weightage topic in Medieval Indian History, frequently asked in UPSC, PSC, SSC, and other exams.

Q2. Which dynasties of the Delhi Sultanate are most important for exams?

The Slave, Khalji, Tughlaq, Sayyid, and Lodi dynasties are all important, with special focus on Alauddin Khalji and Muhammad bin Tughlaq.

Q3. Are Delhi Sultanate questions asked in UPSC Prelims?

Yes, UPSC Prelims regularly include questions on rulers, reforms, administrative terms, and major policies of the Delhi Sultanate.

Q4. Are these MCQs useful for school and board examinations?

Absolutely. These MCQs are aligned with NCERT Medieval Indian History, making them suitable for CBSE and State Board exams.

Q5. How should students prepare the Delhi Sultanate topic effectively?

Focus on chronology, dynasties, administrative systems like Iqta, major reforms, and practice topic-wise MCQs regularly.

🎯 Targeting Exams

These Delhi Sultanate MCQs are specially designed for preparation of:

• UPSC Civil Services (Prelims)

• State Public Service Commission (PSC) Exams

• SSC (CGL, CHSL, GD, MTS)

• Banking Exams (IBPS, SBI, RBI)

• Railway Recruitment Exams

• Teaching Eligibility Tests (CTET, State TETs)

• UG & PG Entrance Examinations

• School & Board Exams (CBSE & State Boards)