Mughals Class 7 Quiz

What was the capital of the Mughal Empire?

• Agra

• Delhi

• Kolkata

• Mumbai

Who was the founder of the Mughal Empire?

• Akbar

• Shah Jahan

• Aurangzeb

• Babur

How did Akbar promote religious tolerance in his empire?

• Banning all religions except for Islam

• Forcing all citizens to convert to Islam

• Imposing heavy taxes on non-Muslims

• Abolishing the jizya tax on non-Muslims, marrying women from different religions, and creating a new religion called Din-i Ilahi

What is the significance of the Taj Mahal in Mughal history?

• It was a military fortress used by the Mughals to defend their empire.

• It was built by the Mughal emperor Akbar in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

• It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

• It was a religious temple built by the Mughals to worship their gods.

Who commissioned the construction of the Taj Mahal?

• Shah Jahan

• Babur

• Aurangzeb

• Akbar

What are the key features of Mughal architecture?

• Use of green sandstone and black marble, medium domes, spires, and plain walls

• Use of blue sandstone and yellow marble, small domes, no minarets, and simple carvings

• Use of pink sandstone and grey marble, triangular roofs, no decorations, and smooth surfaces

• Use of red sandstone and white marble, large domes, minarets, and intricate carvings

How did Mughal architecture influence the construction of forts and palaces?

• By introducing elements such as skyscrapers and modern glass facades.

• By promoting the use of traditional African tribal architecture.

• By encouraging the construction of underground bunkers and tunnels.

• By introducing elements such as domes, arches, and intricate carvings.

What were the main components of Mughal administration?

• Pharaoh, national government, local authorities, community councils

• Emperor, central government, provincial governments, local governments

• King, state government, district governments, village governments

• Sultan, federal government, regional governments, municipal governments

How did the Mughal emperors maintain control over such a vast empire?

• By relying on a system of barter trade and mutual cooperation

• By using advanced technology and communication methods

• By allowing each region to govern itself independently

• Strong centralized government, efficient bureaucracy, and a well-organized military