Jammu And Kashmir And Ladakh - Study Mode

[#1131] The Financial Emergency of Indian Constitution cannot be imposed on Jammu and Kashmir. It is under Article
Correct Answer

(A) 360

[#1132] Deleg Namgyal got assistance from which army during the Battle of Kardhmar?
Correct Answer

(D) Mughal Army

Explanation

Solution: From 1679 to 1684, there were two wars fought in Ladakh. In the first war, Tibetan forces combined with Mongol army led by Commander Galden Tahwang defeated Deleg Namgyal who got assistance from mughal army in the Battle of Khardhmar.

[#1133] What was the capital of Lha-Chen dynasty in Ladakh?
Correct Answer

(B) Shey

Explanation

Solution: Nemagon established his capital in Shey (near Leh). Shey was also known as Nariskorsoom.

[#1134] Which Palace continues to be the residence of Namgyal royal family in Ladakh?
Correct Answer

(C) Stok Palace

Explanation

Solution: Tsepal Namgyal built the beautiful Stok Palace which remains the present residence of the royal family of Ladakh.

[#1135] Which Ladakhi King adopted the religion of Islam?
Correct Answer

(A) Rgyalbu Rin-Chen

Explanation

Solution: Rgyalbu Rin-Chen He was son of Lha-Chen-Dnos-Grub (1300 - 1325 AD). Due to political conflicts, he was forced to migrate to North Kashmir. Kashmir at that time was invaded by Dulacha, a General of Mongol King Khwarezm. He setup a strong empire in Kashmir and adopted the Islam religion. He became the first Muslim ruler of Kashmir. He was called Rin-Chen Shah or Shadruddin Shah.