Indian History – GK Questions and Answers (MCQs)
Indian History is one of the most important and high-scoring subjects in the General Knowledge section of competitive exams. It covers India’s journey from ancient civilizations to the modern democratic republic — and plays a crucial role in exams like SSC, UPSC, State PCS, CDS, Railways, Defence, Banking, and many others.
To help you prepare effectively, GKwizard offers a large collection of Indian History GK Questions and Answers, sorted into three major time periods:
- Ancient Indian History
- Medieval Indian History
- Modern Indian History
Each section contains topic-wise multiple-choice questions (MCQs) with answers and explanations, based on the latest exam patterns.
What You’ll Learn in Indian History GK
Indian History is more than just names and dates. It helps you understand the roots of India's culture, politics, society, and freedom. Here's what you can expect:
- Over 300+ topic-wise MCQs from all major historical periods
- Questions from previous year papers and latest trends
- Explained answers to help improve understanding and accuracy
- Coverage of important topics, movements, empires, and leaders
- Suitable for written exams and interviews
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Indian History Practice MCQ Question and Answer
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The Second Battle of Panipat (1556 CE) was fought between Akbar's forces and:
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Akbar's policy of 'Sulh-i-Kul' aimed at:
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The Din-i Ilahi, a new religious order, was introduced by:
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Who was the revenue minister of Akbar who introduced the Zabti system?
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The Mansabdari system, a unique administrative and military ranking system, was introduced by:
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Which Rajput kingdom voluntarily submitted to Akbar without any conflict?
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The Battle of Haldighati (1576 CE) was fought between the forces of Akbar and:
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Who translated the Mahabharata and Ramayana into Persian during Akbar's reign?
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The Akbarnama and Ain-i-Akbari were written by:
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Jahangir was known for his keen interest in:
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Who was the English ambassador who visited the court of Jahangir?
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Nur Jahan, who wielded significant influence during Jahangir's reign, was originally named:
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Shah Jahan's reign is often referred to as the 'Golden Age' of:
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The Taj Mahal was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his wife:
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The Peacock Throne, a symbol of Mughal grandeur, was commissioned by:
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Who was the eldest son of Shah Jahan, known for his intellectual pursuits and interest in Sufism, who was eventually executed by Aurangzeb?
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Aurangzeb defeated Dara Shikoh in the Battle of:
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Aurangzeb is known for his:
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The Jizya, a poll tax on non-Muslims, was reimposed by which Mughal ruler?
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The Sikh Guru who was executed under the orders of Aurangzeb for refusing to convert to Islam was:
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The Deccan policy of Aurangzeb was largely aimed at:
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Shivaji Maharaj, the founder of the Maratha Empire, belonged to which clan?
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The capital of Shivaji's kingdom was:
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The 'Ashtapradhan' was a council of eight ministers in the administration of:
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The Maratha system of land revenue collection was known as:
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After the death of Shivaji, the Maratha power was largely controlled by the:
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The Battle of Plassey (1757 CE), a turning point in Indian history, was fought between the British East India Company and the Nawab of:
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The Battle of Buxar (1764 CE) involved the British East India Company against the combined forces of:
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The founder of the independent kingdom of Awadh was:
Key Historical Phases of India for Exam Preparation
Indian History is divided into three key categories, and each plays an important role in the General Knowledge (GK) section of various competitive exams. At GKwizard, we cover all the essential topics from each historical phase to help you prepare effectively for government job exams as well as entrance tests for higher studies. Here’s what we cover under each category:
- Ancient Indian History
- Indus Valley Civilization
- Vedic Period
- Maurya and Gupta Empires
- Rise of Jainism and Buddhism
- Art, architecture, education & more
- Medieval Indian History
- Delhi Sultanate
- Mughal Empire
- Vijayanagar Kingdom
- Bhakti and Sufi Movements
- Regional kingdoms & cultural growth
- Modern Indian History
- British Rule and Economic Impact
- Social Reform Movements
- Indian National Congress
- Gandhian Movements
- Freedom Struggle and Independence
These topics are carefully selected to match the GK requirements of exams like SSC, UPSC, CDS, NDA, Railways, Banking, State PCS, and other entrance tests. Practicing MCQs from each phase helps you cover the static portion of history comprehensively and score higher with confidence.