Unit 1.3

Which of the following best describes the role of Hinduism in Indian society during the period 1200-1450?

• A. It promoted social equality and challenged the caste system.

• B. It provided a framework for political rule and unified the region.

• C. It emphasized individual salvation and rejected the authority of religious leaders.

• D. It shaped social hierarchies and cultural practices, reinforcing the caste system.

The Delhi Sultanate was established in the 13th century by:

• A. Hindu rulers who sought to expel Muslim invaders.

• B. Muslim conquerors who converted the majority of the population to Islam.

• C. Buddhist monks who aimed to spread their faith throughout the region.

• D. Mongol warriors who established a temporary presence in South Asia.

Which of the following was a significant development in Southeast Asia during the period 1200-1450?

• A. The rise of the Khmer Empire and the construction of Angkor Wat.

• B. The spread of Christianity from Europe to the region.

• C. The establishment of a unified, centralized government under the Majapahit Empire.

• D. The decline of trade networks in the Indian Ocean basin.

The Bhakti movement in India emphasized:

• A. Adherence to strict rituals and sacrifices prescribed by the Vedas.

• B. Devotion to personal deities and the rejection of caste distinctions.

• C. Obedience to the authority of the Hindu priests and the caste system.

• D. The pursuit of knowledge and intellectual enlightenment.

The Vijayanagara Empire was:

• A Muslim state that ruled over much of South India.

• B. A Hindu kingdom that resisted Muslim invasions and maintained cultural traditions.

• C. A Buddhist empire that promoted religious tolerance and diversity.

• D. A European colony that exploited the region's resources.

The Srivijaya Empire was based in:

• A. India

• B. Southeast Asia

• C. China

• D. Central Asia

The Angkor Wat temple complex was built by:

• A. The Khmer Empire

• B. The Srivijaya Empire

• C. The Majapahit Empire

• D. The Delhi Sultanate

Which of the following best describes the impact of Islam on South Asia during the period 1200-1450?

• A. Islam completely replaced Hinduism as the dominant religion in the region.

• B. Islam had a minimal impact on South Asia, which remained largely Hindu.

• C. Islam led to the conversion of many Hindus to Islam, especially in northern India.

• D. Islam promoted religious tolerance and diversity among different communities.