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Chapter – 4: Turning Tides (11th–12th Centuries)
A. Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
The capital of the Ghaznavid dynasty was:
a) Delhi
b) Ghazni
c) Lahore
d) Ajmer
Mahmud of Ghazni conducted nearly:
a) 10 campaigns
b) 12 campaigns
c) 17 campaigns
d) 20 campaigns
Which scholar accompanied Mahmud of Ghazni to India?
a) Aryabhata
b) Kalhana
c) Al-Biruni
d) Bhaskaracharya
Bhaskaracharya wrote:
a) Rajatarangini
b) Lilavati
c) Harshacharita
d) Kadambari
Which Chola ruler was known as “Master of the Seas”?
a) Harsha
b) Rajaraja Chola
c) Jayapala
d) Bhoja
The capital of the Kakatiyas was:
a) Warangal
b) Madurai
c) Kalyani
d) Ajmer
Muhammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan in:
a) First Battle of Tarain
b) Second Battle of Tarain
c) Battle of Panipat
d) Battle of Plassey
The founder of the Lingayat movement was:
a) Ramanujacharya
b) Basaveshwara
c) Bhoja
d) Bhaskara II
Which university was destroyed by Bakhtiyar Khilji?
a) Takshashila
b) Vikramashila
c) Nalanda
d) Both b and c
The main occupation of people during this period was:
a) Trade
b) Agriculture
c) Mining
d) Fishing
B. Fill in the blanks
- The __________ Pass was an important route into India.
- Mahmud of Ghazni defeated __________ in 1008 CE.
- Al-Biruni translated __________ into Arabic.
- Bhaskaracharya was born in __________ CE.
- The capital of the Sena dynasty was __________.
- The capital of the Hoysalas was __________.
- Rajendra Chola took the title __________.
- Muhammad Ghori belonged to the __________ dynasty.
- The capital of the Chahamanas was __________.
- __________ founded the Delhi Sultanate.
C. Match the following
Column A Column B
1. Cholas a. Warangal
2. Kakatiyas b. Lilavati
3. Bhaskaracharya c. Brihadeeswara Temple
4. Paramaras d. Bhoja
5. Ghaznavids e. Ghazni
D. True or False
- Mahmud of Ghazni established a permanent empire in India. _______
- Al-Biruni learned Sanskrit. _______
- Rajendra Chola expanded the empire into Bengal. _______
- Hoysalas promoted Kannada literature. _______
- Muhammad Ghori was defeated by Prithviraj Chauhan in both battles. _______
- Bakhtiyar Khilji destroyed Nalanda University. _______
- Merchant guilds supported trade. _______
- Basaveshwara promoted caste discrimination. _______
E. Very Short Answer Questions
- Why was the Khyber Pass important?
- Who was Al-Biruni?
- Name any two books written by Bhaskaracharya.
- Name two capitals of the Cholas.
- What was the main aim of Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasions?
F. Short Answer Questions
- Explain any three reasons for Mahmud of Ghazni’s success.
- Mention three achievements of Rajaraja Chola.
- Explain the contributions of the Hoysalas.
- Why did trade increase during this period?
G. Long Answer Questions
- Explain the differences between Mahmud of Ghazni and Muhammad Ghori.
- Describe the achievements of the Cholas.
- Explain the impact of foreign invasions on India.
- Write about the Bhakti movement and its effects on society.
H. Case Study Questions
Mahmud of Ghazni was the ruler of the Ghaznavid dynasty. He attacked India many times and conducted around 17 campaigns. His army included skilled horse riders and archers. He attacked rich cities like Mathura, Kannauj, and Somnath. Historians believe that his main aim was wealth and plunder. His invasions caused destruction and loss of property. Al-Biruni also mentioned the impact of these invasions on Indian society and learning.
Questions:
- How many campaigns did Mahmud conduct?
- Name one city attacked by Mahmud.
- What was his main aim?
- Name one scholar who wrote about India during this period.
Case Study – 2
The Chola dynasty became one of the most powerful dynasties of South India. Rajaraja Chola and Rajendra Chola expanded the empire. The Cholas had a strong navy and controlled important sea trade routes. They maintained trade relations with China and Southeast Asia. They also built roads, canals, tanks, and temples. Their administration and irrigation systems helped increase prosperity.
Questions:
- Name one important Chola ruler.
- What was one important feature of the Chola military?
- Which countries had trade relations with the Cholas?
- Mention one public work done by the Cholas.
Case Study – 3
The Hoysala dynasty ruled over southern Karnataka. Vishnuvardhana made the dynasty independent and expanded its territory. The Hoysalas promoted Kannada language and literature. They built beautiful temples with detailed carvings and sculptures. Famous temples include the Chennakesava Temple and Hoysaleswara Temple. Their artistic style became famous throughout India.
Questions:
- Which region was ruled by the Hoysalas?
- Name one important ruler of the Hoysalas.
- Name one famous temple of the Hoysalas.
- Which language did they promote?
- b) Ghazni
- c) 17 campaigns
- c) Al-Biruni
- b) Lilavati
- b) Rajaraja Chola
- a) Warangal
- b) Second Battle of Tarain
- b) Basaveshwara
- d) Both b and c
- b) Agriculture
- Khyber
- Anandapala
- Yogasutras
- 1114
- Nadiya
- Dvarasamudra (Halebidu)
- Gangaikonda Chola
- Ghurid
- Ajmer
- Qutb-ud-din Aibak
- False
- True
- True
- True
- False
- True
- True
- False
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