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711. The book entitled 'Springing tiger' is a biography of-

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Chandrashekhar Azad.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The book 'Springing Tiger' is a biography of Chandrashekhar Azad, a prominent Indian revolutionary.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the book with biographies of other Indian revolutionaries such as Bhagat Singh or Subhas Chandra Bose.

Explanations: Chandrashekhar Azad was a significant figure in the Indian independence movement, known for his role in the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association. The book 'Springing Tiger' provides a detailed account of his life and revolutionary activities. It is important to recognize that this book specifically focuses on Azad, distinguishing it from biographies of other revolutionaries.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Bhagat Singh is a prominent revolutionary but 'Springing Tiger' is not his biography.
Option B: Subhas Chandra Bose is another significant revolutionary, but 'Springing Tiger' is not his biography.
Option C: Shyamji Krishna Verma was an Indian revolutionary, but 'Springing Tiger' is not his biography.
Option D: Chandrashekhar Azad is the correct subject of the book 'Springing Tiger'.

712. Who created the Diwan-i-Khairat?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Firoz Shah Tughlaq.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Firoz Shah Tughlaq, a Sultan of the Tughlaq dynasty, created the Diwan-i-Khairat to provide relief to the poor and destitute.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Firoz Shah Tughlaq with other Tughlaq rulers, such as Muhammad bin Tughlaq, who implemented various administrative reforms but not the Diwan-i-Khairat.

Explanations: Firoz Shah Tughlaq established the Diwan-i-Khairat as a welfare department to provide financial assistance to the poor and destitute. This initiative was part of his broader efforts to improve the social and economic conditions of his subjects. The Diwan-i-Khairat was responsible for distributing funds and resources to those in need, reflecting Firoz Shah Tughlaq's commitment to social welfare.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Ghiyasuddin Tughlaq did not establish the Diwan-i-Khairat. He was the founder of the Tughlaq dynasty but did not implement this specific welfare measure.
Option B: Firoz Shah Tughlaq established the Diwan-i-Khairat as a welfare department to support the poor and destitute.
Option C: Muhammad bin Tughlaq implemented various administrative reforms but did not establish the Diwan-i-Khairat.
Option D: Ibn Batuta was a traveler and historian who documented the conditions of the Tughlaq dynasty but did not establish the Diwan-i-Khairat.

Mnemonic: Firoz's Welfare: F-W

713. Which of the following was the court language during the reign of Akbar?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Persian.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Persian was the court language during the reign of Akbar.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Persian with Urdu, which developed later.

Explanations: During Akbar's reign, Persian was the official language used in the Mughal court for administration, literature, and diplomacy. This was due to the influence of Persian culture and the fact that many of the Mughal nobles and administrators were of Persian origin. Urdu, which emerged as a distinct language later, was not yet established as a court language during Akbar's time.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Persian was the court language during Akbar's reign.
Option B: Incorrect. Urdu developed later and was not the court language during Akbar's time.
Option C: Incorrect. Arabic was not the primary court language during Akbar's reign.
Option D: Incorrect. Hindi was not the court language during Akbar's reign.

714. Which is not properly matched Sufi Term and meaning

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Ziarat- donation.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Civil Services

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Ziarat refers to the act of visiting a holy place or shrine, not a donation.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse ziarat with a form of charitable giving, which is incorrect.

Explanations: Ziarat is the act of visiting a holy place or shrine, often associated with Sufi practices. It is not related to making a donation. The other terms are correctly matched: Dargah refers to the tomb of a Sufi saint, Khankah is a hospice or lodge for Sufi saints, and Murshid is a spiritual teacher or guide.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Ziarat is the act of visiting a holy place or shrine, not a donation.
Option B: Dargah correctly refers to the tomb of a Sufi saint.
Option C: Khankah correctly refers to a hospice or lodge for Sufi saints.
Option D: Murshid correctly refers to a spiritual teacher or guide.

Mnemonic: Z for Ziarat, Visit, Shrine.

715. Mughals claimed to be the ..... of Gengis khan.

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) Descendants.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Mughal emperors claimed descent from Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the term "descendants" with "successors," thinking it refers to those who ruled after Genghis Khan.

Explanations: The Mughal emperors traced their lineage back to Genghis Khan, making them his descendants. This claim of descent was used to legitimize their rule and establish a connection to the powerful Mongol Empire.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect, as "sons" would imply a direct parent-child relationship, which is not the case.
Option B: Correct, as the Mughals claimed to be descendants of Genghis Khan.
Option C: Incorrect, as "successors" would imply they ruled after Genghis Khan, which is not accurate.
Option D: Incorrect, as "next generation" would imply a more immediate familial relationship, which is not the case.

Mnemonic: Descendants: D for Dynasty, linking Mughals to Genghis Khan's lineage.

716. Pick out the incorrect statement about Town planning in Indus Civilization?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) The windows of the houses opened onto the main streets.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Indus Valley Civilization is known for its advanced town planning, including a grid system and a sophisticated drainage system. However, the layout of the houses did not typically feature windows opening directly onto the main streets.

Common Mistakes: Students often assume that the advanced urban planning of the Indus Valley Civilization included features similar to modern urban design, such as windows facing main streets.

Explanations: In the Indus Valley Civilization, houses were designed with privacy in mind. The windows were usually located on the inner side of the houses, facing courtyards or smaller lanes, rather than the main streets. This design helped in maintaining privacy and controlling the flow of light and air. The grid system and drainage system were indeed advanced, but the orientation of windows was not towards the main streets.

Option Analysis:

Option A: This is correct as the citadel was typically located on the western side, and the lower town on the eastern side.
Option B: This is correct as the town planning followed a grid system, which was quite advanced for its time.
Option C: This is incorrect as the windows did not open onto the main streets but were oriented towards inner courtyards or smaller lanes.
Option D: This is correct as the Indus Valley Civilization had a well-developed underground drainage system.

717. Who among the following were associates of Bal Gangadhar Tilak? Vishnu Krishna Chiplunkar Gopal Ganesh Agarkar Madhavrao Namjoshi Rao Bahadur Madhavrao Vasudeva Barve

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) 1, 2 and 3.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, IAS, Competitive History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Bal Gangadhar Tilak was associated with several prominent figures in the Indian independence movement. The correct answer identifies his associates.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the associates of Bal Gangadhar Tilak with other leaders of the Indian independence movement.

Explanations: Bal Gangadhar Tilak was associated with Vishnu Krishna Chiplunkar, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar, and Madhavrao Namjoshi. These individuals were part of the Indian Nationalist movement and worked closely with Tilak. Rao Bahadur Madhavrao Vasudeva Barve, while a notable figure, was not directly associated with Tilak.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. Vishnu Krishna Chiplunkar, Gopal Ganesh Agarkar, and Madhavrao Namjoshi were associates of Bal Gangadhar Tilak.
Option B: Incorrect. Rao Bahadur Madhavrao Vasudeva Barve was not an associate of Tilak.
Option C: Incorrect. Rao Bahadur Madhavrao Vasudeva Barve was not an associate of Tilak.
Option D: Incorrect. Rao Bahadur Madhavrao Vasudeva Barve was not an associate of Tilak.

Mnemonic: VGMN: Vishnu, Gopal, Madhavrao, Namjoshi

718. The four varnas are mentioned for the first time in the

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Purusha sukta.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, IAS, Competitive History Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The Purusha sukta is a hymn from the Rig Veda that describes the cosmic being Purusha and the creation of the universe, including the division of society into four varnas.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the Purusha sukta with other Vedic hymns or texts that discuss societal divisions.

Explanations: The Purusha sukta, found in the Rig Veda, is the earliest known text to mention the four varnas (Brahmins, Kshatriyas, Vaishyas, and Shudras). It describes the cosmic being Purusha and the creation of the universe, including the division of society into these four varnas. This hymn is significant as it provides the earliest textual evidence of the varna system in ancient Indian society.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The Purusha sukta is the earliest known text to mention the four varnas.
Option B: Incorrect. The Prithvi sukta does not mention the four varnas.
Option C: Incorrect. The Vajasaneyi Samhita does not mention the four varnas.
Option D: Incorrect. The Taittiriya Samhita does not mention the four varnas.

Mnemonic: Purusha, the cosmic being, divides society into four parts.

719. Sultan I ltutmish issued an order that people who had been wronged should come to his court wearing clothes of which color

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Red.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, History Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: Sultan Iltutmish, a ruler of the Delhi Sultanate, issued an order that people who had been wronged should come to his court wearing red clothes.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the color with other colors mentioned in historical contexts or may not be familiar with this specific historical order.

Explanations: Sultan Iltutmish, known for his justice and fairness, issued an order that people who felt they had been wronged should come to his court wearing red clothes. This was a symbolic gesture to easily identify those seeking justice.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Pink is not the correct color according to historical records.
Option B: Green is not the correct color according to historical records.
Option C: Blue is not the correct color according to historical records.
Option D: Red is the correct color as per the historical order issued by Sultan Iltutmish.

Mnemonic: Red for Rights, Remember Iltutmish

720. What was the nature of difference between Bhadrabahu and his followers, which led to the split of Jainism into two sects, namely Digambaras and Svetambaras?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Whether or not the monks should wear clothes.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, Competitive Religious Studies

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The split between Digambaras and Svetambaras in Jainism is primarily attributed to a disagreement over the monastic practices, specifically whether monks should wear clothes.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the split with other doctrinal differences, such as philosophical interpretations or idol worship.

Explanations: The disagreement between Bhadrabahu and his followers led to the formation of two sects within Jainism. The Digambaras believe that monks should not wear clothes, as they consider nudity to be a symbol of renunciation and detachment from material possessions. In contrast, the Svetambaras believe that monks can wear simple white clothes. This difference in monastic practices is the primary reason for the split between the two sects.

Option Analysis:

Option A: The split was not due to differences in interpreting philosophical canons.
Option B: The compilation of teachings of Mahavira was not the cause of the split.
Option C: The disagreement over whether monks should wear clothes is the correct reason for the split.
Option D: Idol worship was not the primary cause of the split between the two sects.

Mnemonic: Naked or Clothed, Digambara or Svetambara.

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