Mughal Period: UPSC Previous Year Questions (Medieval History)
2 previous year UPSC Prelims questions on Mughal Period (Medieval History). Choose an option to see the answer and explanation.
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UPSC 2006Medieval History · Mughal Period
Q1. In Indian history, who was Abdul Hamid Lahori?
Explanation
Abdul Hamid Lahori was a distinguished historian during the reign of Shahjahan (1628-1658), the Mughal emperor renowned for his architectural achievements like the Taj Mahal and Red Fort. Lahori is best remembered for his monumental work, the Padshahnama, a detailed chronicle of Shahjahan’s reign. This official record documents the emperor’s military campaigns, administrative reforms, cultural contributions, and architectural endeavors, offering valuable insights into the Mughal Empire’s zenith. Lahori’s work is regarded as a continuation of Akbar’s historian Abul Fazl’s style, blending meticulous historical recording with a grand narrative of the emperor’s glory.
UPSC 2006Medieval History · Mughal Period
Q2. In the year 1613, where was the English East India Company given permission to set up a factory (trading post)?
Explanation
The English East India Company was granted permission to establish its first factory in Surat in 1613 by Mughal Emperor Jahangir. This decision was the result of Sir Thomas Roe’s successful diplomatic negotiations with the Mughal court, as he represented King James I of England. Surat, a thriving port city on the western coast of India, was a hub for international trade and was strategically chosen for its access to trade routes connecting India with the Middle East and Europe.
Answer key for these questions
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UPSC year
Correct answer
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2006
(b) An official historian of the reign of Shahjahan.
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2006
(d) Surat
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How many previous year UPSC questions are there on Mughal Period?
This page covers 2 previous year UPSC Prelims GS Paper-I questions on Mughal Period (Medieval History), asked from 1996 to 2021. Each has the correct answer and an explanation.
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Questions on Mughal Period (Medieval History) are available for 13 years, from 1996 to 2021. Use the Year filter to practise a single paper.
