The Delhi Sultanat

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  1. The old capital of Vijayanagar is now represented by the extensive ruins of








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    The old capital of Vijayanagar is now represented by the extensive ruins of Hampi. It is located within the ruins of Vijayanagar, the former capital of the Vijayanagar empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagar, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as the Group of Monuments at Hampi.

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    The old capital of Vijayanagar is now represented by the extensive ruins of Hampi. It is located within the ruins of Vijayanagar, the former capital of the Vijayanagar empire. Predating the city of Vijayanagar, it continues to be an important religious centre, housing the Virupaksha Temple, as well as several other monuments belonging to the old city. The ruins are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, listed as the Group of Monuments at Hampi.

  1. The kingdom of Vijayanagar was established during the reign of








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    The kingdom of Vijayanagar was established during the reign of Muhammad Bin Tughlaq. During his last days, the whole of India became independent and three major independent states-The empire of Vijayanagar, The Bahmani kingdom and Sultanate of Madura were founded.

    Correct Option: B

    The kingdom of Vijayanagar was established during the reign of Muhammad Bin Tughlaq. During his last days, the whole of India became independent and three major independent states-The empire of Vijayanagar, The Bahmani kingdom and Sultanate of Madura were founded.

  1. What was Khanqah?








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    Khanqah was the place where Sufi mystics lived. The Sufi masters held their assemblies in their Khanqahs. Devotees of all descriptions including members of the royalty and nobility and ordinary people flocked to these Khanqahs.

    Correct Option: B

    Khanqah was the place where Sufi mystics lived. The Sufi masters held their assemblies in their Khanqahs. Devotees of all descriptions including members of the royalty and nobility and ordinary people flocked to these Khanqahs.

  1. The historian Sewell has written a book entitled "A Forgotten Empire". What was the name of empire?








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    Vijayanagar Empire

    Correct Option: D

    Vijayanagar Empire

  1. Jonaraja, in his Rajatarangini continued the narration of Kalhana up to








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    Sultan Zainul Abidin

    Correct Option: C

    Sultan Zainul Abidin