21. Buland Darwaza (Grand Victory Gate) was built after Akbar’s conquest of ____.
Correct Answer: B. Gujarat
Explanation: Akbar built the Buland Darwaza in 1573 to commemorate his victorious conquest of Gujarat.
22. What did Jalal Uddin Akbar build for his wife in Fatehpur Sikri?
Correct Answer: C. Jodha Bai Palace
Explanation: Akbar built the Jodha Bai Palace for his Rajput wife in the complex of Fatehpur Sikri.
23. The real name of Jodha Bai was ____.
Correct Answer: A. Harka Bai
Explanation: Jodha Bai (later Mariam-uz-Zamani) was originally named Harka Bai, a princess of Amber.
24. Jalal Uddin Akbar ruled for how many years?
Correct Answer: C. 49 years
Explanation: Akbar had one of the longest reigns in Indian history, lasting 49 years from 1556 to 1605.
25. Akbarnama was written by ____.
Correct Answer: A. Abul Fazl
Explanation: Akbarnama, the official chronicle of Akbar’s reign, was written by his court historian Abul Fazl.
26. Ain-e-Akbari was written by ____.
Correct Answer: A. Abul Fazl
Explanation: Ain-e-Akbari is the third volume of the Akbarnama, detailing the administration and laws of the empire.
27. Abul Fazl was the chief court historian and ____ in Akbar’s court.
Correct Answer: D. Minister
Explanation: Abul Fazl served as the Vizier (Chief Minister) and confidant of Emperor Akbar.
28. Abul Fazl was killed by the forces of ____.
Correct Answer: D. Prince Salim
Explanation: Abul Fazl was assassinated in 1602 by Vir Singh Deo of Orchha by order of Prince Salim.
29. Jalal Uddin Akbar built the city of Fatehpur Sikri and shifted his court there in honor of ____.
Correct Answer: A. Sheikh Salim Chishti
Explanation: The city of Fatehpur Sikri was established to honor the Sufi saint who foretold the birth of Akbar’s heir.
30. Jalal Uddin Akbar had no heir for many years and was blessed with a son after visiting ____.
Correct Answer: B. Sheikh Salim Chishti
Explanation: Akbar visited the saint at Sikri, who predicted that he would have three sons. His first son, Salim, was born shortly after.
31. In 1569, Akbar’s wife (Harkha Bai / Maryam-uz-Zamani) gave birth to a son named ____.
Correct Answer: C. Salim
Explanation: Prince Salim was born in 1569 and later took the regnal name Jahangir.
32. In gratitude for the saint’s blessings, Akbar built a new capital city at Sikri named ____.
Correct Answer: B. Fatehpur Sikri
Explanation: Fatehpur Sikri, meaning the “City of Victory,” was founded as a model city and administrative hub.
33. The Tomb of Sheikh Salim Chishti is built of ____.
Correct Answer: B. White marble
Explanation: While most of Fatehpur Sikri is red sandstone, the Saint’s tomb is a exquisite white marble structure.
34. Diwan-i-Aam refers to ____.
Correct Answer: B. Hall of Public Audience
Explanation: The Diwan-i-Aam was where the Emperor met with his subjects and heard their grievances.
35. Diwan-i-Khas is known as the Hall of Private Audience and is famous for its ____.
Correct Answer: C. Central pillar
Explanation: The Diwan-i-Khas is iconic for its unique central pillar, where Akbar sat at the top to discuss state matters.
36. Panch Mahal is a five-storied palace built for ____.
Correct Answer: C. Leisure and relaxation
Explanation: The Panch Mahal was a wind-tower structure used by the royal ladies and for entertainment.
37. The death of Akbar and the accession of Jahangir took place in the year ____.
Correct Answer: C. 1605
Explanation: Akbar passed away in 1605, and his eldest son Salim succeeded him as Jahangir.