Mughal Empire - Study Mode
[#111] During the Mughal period Polaj was the
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(A) land annually cultivated
Explanation
Solution: Polaj was the ideal and best type of land throughout the empire. This land was cultivated always and was never allowed to lie fallow.
[#112] What was the original name of Nur Jahan?
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(C) Mehr-un-Nissa
Explanation
Solution: Nur Jahan (born Mehr-un-Nissa) (31 May 1577 – 17 December 1645) was the twentieth (and last) wife of the Mughal emperor Jahangir.
[#113] The Mughals have been made immortal by their achievements in the field
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(B) Architectural
Explanation
Solution: Mughal architecture flourished in the Indian subcontinent from the 16th until the early 18th century when the Mughal Empire was at its height. The architectural style which is a unique blend of Islamic, Indian and Persian styles reached its golden age under Shah Jahan (ruled 1628-1658) who built the spectacular Taj Mahal and some other equally impressive monuments.
[#114] Treaty of Lahore taken place on __________
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(B) 1846 A.D.
Explanation
Solution: Treaty of Lahore was signed on 9 March 1846 after the First Sikh War.
[#115] Who was Nur Jahan's son-in-law?
Correct Answer
(D) Shahryar
Explanation
Solution: Shahryar Mirza (16 January 1605 – 23 January 1628) was the fifth and youngest son of the Mughal emperor Jahangir. After Jahangir's death, Shahryar made an attempt to become emperor and was successful with the help of his powerful stepmother Nur Jahan, who was also his mother-in-law.