The Delhi Sultanate

Who was the famous scientist invited to Mahmud of Ghazni's court?

• Ibn Sina

• Al-Biruni

• Isaac Newton

• Galileo Galilei

What flaw did Mahmud's expeditions highlight in Indian defenses?

• Disunity and lack of military preparedness in Indian defenses.

• Strong unity among Indian states

• High morale and readiness of Indian forces

• Advanced military technology in use

What happened to the Ghorid lands after Sultan Ghiyas-ud-Din's death in 1202 CE?

• The Ghorid lands were annexed by the Mongols immediately after Sultan Ghiyas-ud-Din's death.

• The Ghorid lands expanded and prospered after Sultan Ghiyas-ud-Din's death.

• The Ghorid lands were united under a new ruler after Sultan Ghiyas-ud-Din's death.

• The Ghorid lands fragmented and declined after Sultan Ghiyas-ud-Din's death.

What significant period did the Delhi Sultanate mark in the Indian subcontinent?

• The rise of British colonial rule in the 18th century.

• The establishment of Muslim rule in India from the 13th to the 16th centuries.

• The decline of Hindu kingdoms in the 12th century.

• The unification of India under a single empire in the 15th century.

Which famous Persian poet is known for his epic poem Shahnameh?

• Hafez

• Ferdowsi

• Rumi

• Omar Khayyam

What was one of the main contributions of the Delhi Sultanate to education?

• Promotion of vocational training programs.

• Establishment of public libraries for all citizens.

• Introduction of Western-style universities.

• Establishment of madrasas for education.

Who was the founder of the Ghaznavid Empire?

• Babar

• Akbar

• Mahmud of Ghazni

• Iltutmish

What was the capital of the Ghaznavid Empire?

• Kabul

• Bamiyan

• Ghazni

• Herat

Which region did the Ghaznavid Empire primarily expand into?

• Indian subcontinent

• North Africa

• Middle East

• Southeast Asia

What was the primary religion practiced in the Ghaznavid Empire?

• Zoroastrianism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Islam